In this easy recipe, mushrooms are sauteed in garlic butter with a dash of soy sauce. Soy sauce not only adds great flavor but helps to caramelize these delicious mushrooms to a deep golden brown.
The Perfect Sauteed Mushrooms
Sauteed Mushrooms are one of my all-time favorite veggies (along with Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus). They add such a deliciously earthy, rich flavor to dishes and are ready in just minutes. Fried Mushrooms with garlic are the perfect side dish or make a great topping for Pork Tenderloin or burgers!
How to Make Sauteed Mushrooms
Truthfully, fried mushrooms are easy to make, but there are a few things you can do to take your sauteed mushrooms from ordinary to extraordinary. The key to a rich flavor and making the best sauteed mushrooms is to allow them to caramelize and add aromatics (garlic/thyme) and salt (soy sauce). I add lots of garlic but you can also add fry onions for the perfect sauteed mushrooms and onions burger topping! You can use any kind of fresh mushrooms in this recipe, sauteed portobellos are a delicious meaty option as well!
How to Caramelize Mushrooms
There are a few secrets to getting mushrooms to caramelize perfectly! Start by wiping mushrooms with a damp paper towel. Quickly rinsing mushrooms under water is okay, but if you leave them too long, their spongy texture can soak up the water, which can result in soggy sauteed mushrooms. Instead, give them a quick rinse and dab them dry or wipe them with a damp paper towel or a mushroom brush.
Use Butter and Olive Oil: The combination of the two adds great flavor and definitely makes a difference to oil alone. Do Not Crowd the Pan: If you crowd the pan your mushrooms will simmer in their own juices rather than caramelize. Do Not Stir Too Much: The key to caramelized mushrooms is allowing them to form a crust which means you need to let them sit on one side without stirring. Turn up the Heat: Add additional flavors, such as wine or Worcestershire sauce, in small quantities while the pan is very hot.
While I love using fried mushrooms to top a steak or burger, they also add amazing flavor to any mushroom recipe! They’re perfect adding to casseroles, soups, and stews. The extra flavor and caramelization will add tons of depth to your dishes with very little extra effort.
How To Freeze Sauteed Mushrooms
You can freeze fried or sauteed mushrooms (although the texture may change slightly). They’re great to add to Pasta Sauce, omelets, and stew.
Cook and cool as directed. Spread in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and freeze flat. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer bag or container.
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