Description
Steakhouse Garlic Butter Mushrooms are a rich and simple side dish featuring earthy button or cremini mushrooms sautéed in creamy garlic butter, enhanced with fresh herbs and seasoning. Perfect for elevating steak dinners or pairing with chicken, pork, or vegetarian meals, this quick and elegant recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Mushrooms
- 8 oz button or cremini mushrooms, sliced evenly
Cooking Fats
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Flavorings
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme or parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Your Mushrooms: Gently wipe the mushrooms clean with a damp cloth to remove any dirt. Slice them evenly to ensure uniform cooking and the perfect tender texture.
- Heat the Pan and Add Olive Oil: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Let it warm until shimmering to prevent sticking and help achieve golden brown caramelization.
- Sauté the Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms in a single layer, leaving space for each to brown instead of steam. Cook without stirring for a few minutes, then toss gently until golden and juices are released.
- Add Garlic and Butter: Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and stir quickly to avoid burning. Then add butter, stirring until melted and mushrooms are coated in a luscious, garlicky sauce.
- Finish with Fresh Herbs and Seasoning: Sprinkle chopped fresh thyme or parsley over mushrooms. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Toss everything once more and remove from heat to serve immediately.
Notes
- Use firm, fresh button or cremini mushrooms to avoid sogginess.
- Do not overcrowd the pan; give mushrooms space to brown properly rather than steam.
- Add garlic after mushrooms soften slightly to prevent garlic bitterness.
- Use unsalted butter for better flavor control.
- Add fresh herbs right before serving to preserve their bright aroma and taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/3 of recipe
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: garlic butter mushrooms, steakhouse mushrooms, sautéed mushrooms, garlic mushrooms, steak side dish, easy mushroom recipe