Description
This Garlic Butter Mushrooms recipe features tender, golden-brown mushrooms sautéed in a luscious blend of butter, olive oil, garlic, and fresh thyme. Enhanced with a touch of white wine or vegetable broth for deglazing and finished with fresh parsley, it makes an irresistibly flavorful and easy side dish perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Mushrooms
- 1 lb whole white or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and trimmed
Cooking Fat
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Flavorings
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Optional
- 1 tablespoon white wine or vegetable broth for deglazing
Instructions
- Heat the fats: In a large skillet, melt the butter together with olive oil over medium-high heat to create a flavorful base for cooking the mushrooms.
- Sear the mushrooms: Add the mushrooms in a single, even layer to the hot skillet. Let them cook undisturbed for 4–5 minutes until they develop a beautiful golden brown crust on one side.
- Cook through: Stir the mushrooms and continue cooking for another 4–5 minutes, allowing them to brown evenly and become tender all around.
- Add aromatics: Mix in the minced garlic and fresh thyme, sautéing them for 1–2 minutes until fragrant and fully infused into the mushrooms.
- Deglaze the pan: If using, pour in the white wine or vegetable broth to loosen any flavorful browned bits stuck to the skillet. Simmer for about one minute to enhance the sauce.
- Season: Taste and season the mushrooms with salt and freshly ground black pepper according to your preference.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the finished mushrooms before serving to add a fresh, vibrant touch.
Notes
- Use cremini mushrooms for a deeper, earthier flavor or white mushrooms for a milder taste.
- Make sure the mushrooms are dry to help them sear properly and develop that golden crust.
- Fresh thyme offers a bright herbal note, but dried thyme works well as a substitute.
- White wine adds acidity and complexity, but vegetable broth is a great non-alcoholic alternative for deglazing.
- This dish is best served immediately to enjoy the maximum flavor and texture.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with additional olive oil or vegan butter.
