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A heaping bowl of perfectly sautéed garlic butter mushrooms, showing off their glossy sauce and rich, earthy tones under bright natural light.

Garlic Butter Mushrooms: A 20-Minute Culinary Masterpiece

This easy recipe for Garlic Butter Mushrooms delivers a restaurant-quality side dish in under 20 minutes, featuring a rich, glossy butter sauce, perfectly seared cremini mushrooms, and fresh parsley.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs Cremini Mushrooms about 680g, wiped clean and larger ones halved
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter 57g, divided
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil 15ml
  • 4 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley about 15g, chopped
  • Kosher Salt to taste
  • Coarse Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet (12-inch)
  • 1 Chef's Knife

Method
 

  1. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil and 1 tbsp (14g) of butter. Once foaming, add mushrooms in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until deeply browned on one side.
  2. Stir the mushrooms and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, then add the remaining 3 tbsp (43g) of butter and 4 cloves of minced garlic. Sauté for 60 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  3. Remove the skillet from the heat. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the fresh parsley, toss to coat, and serve immediately.

Notes

Don't Salt Too Early: Salt draws moisture out, preventing a good sear. Always season at the very end.
Embrace the Heat: A hot pan is crucial for browning, not steaming.
Give Them Space: Don't overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary to ensure a perfect texture.