Steakhouse Garlic Butter Mushrooms Recipe
A rich and savory side dish featuring tender mushrooms sautéed in fragrant garlic and luscious butter. This Steakhouse Garlic Butter Mushrooms recipe is quick and simple, perfect for complementing steaks, chicken, roasted vegetables, or pasta. With minimal ingredients and customizable options, it delivers restaurant-quality flavor and aroma right from your kitchen.
- Author: Lucas
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Primary Ingredients
- 8 oz fresh button or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and sliced if large
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
Optional Ingredients
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- Herbs like thyme or rosemary (1 tsp fresh, chopped)
- Red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper (a pinch)
- Parmesan or Pecorino cheese, for sprinkling
- White wine (2 tbsp) for deglazing
Vegan Variation
- 3 tbsp plant-based butter (instead of unsalted butter)
- Prepare Your Mushrooms: Start by cleaning the mushrooms gently with a damp cloth or soft brush to remove dirt without soaking them. Slice larger mushrooms; leave small ones whole to maintain bite-sized pieces.
- Heat the Pan and Melt Butter: Place a heavy skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and room temperature unsalted butter. Let the butter melt completely, avoiding browning to keep a clean buttery flavor.
- Sauté Garlic and Shallots: Add minced garlic and finely chopped shallots (if using) to the pan. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, stirring carefully to prevent garlic from burning.
- Cook the Mushrooms: Add mushrooms in a single layer. Let them cook undisturbed for a few minutes to develop natural browning. Stir occasionally until mushrooms are tender and golden, about 8-10 minutes.
- Season and Finish: Season with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and chopped fresh parsley. Toss to coat well, letting the remaining butter melt into the mushrooms for a glossy finish. Remove from heat and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter to ensure even melting without burning.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook mushrooms in batches if necessary to prevent steaming.
- Let mushrooms brown properly to develop deeper flavors and satisfying texture.
- Add garlic late in the process to avoid bitterness from overcooking.
- Always use fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for best aroma and color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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