Here’s a clear, detailed, step-by-step recipe for Mushrooms with Garlic and Parsley—simple, flavorful, and perfect as a side dish or topping. 🍄🧄🌿
Mushrooms with Garlic and Parsley (Step-by-Step)
🕒 Preparation Time
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Prep time: 10 minutes
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Cooking time: 10–12 minutes
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Total time: ~20 minutes
🍽 Serves
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2–3 people (as a side dish)
🧾 Ingredients
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250 g (about 9 oz) fresh mushrooms
(button mushrooms, cremini, or chestnut mushrooms work best) -
2 tablespoons olive oil or butter (or a mix of both)
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4 garlic cloves, finely minced
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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Optional (but recommended):
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1 teaspoon lemon juice
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A pinch of chili flakes
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1 tablespoon white wine or vegetable stock
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🔪 Preparation Steps
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Clean the mushrooms
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Wipe mushrooms with a damp paper towel or soft cloth.
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Do not soak them in water, as mushrooms absorb water and become soggy.
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Slice the mushrooms
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Cut each mushroom into even slices (about ½ cm thick).
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Keep them uniform so they cook evenly.
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Prepare the garlic and parsley
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Finely mince the garlic.
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Wash, dry, and finely chop the parsley.
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Set both aside separately.
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🍳 Cooking Directions (Step by Step)
Step 1: Heat the pan
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Place a large frying pan or skillet on medium-high heat.
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Add the olive oil or butter and let it heat until shimmering (but not smoking).
Step 2: Cook the mushrooms
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Add the sliced mushrooms in a single layer.
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Do not overcrowd the pan—cook in batches if necessary.
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Let them cook undisturbed for 2–3 minutes to allow browning.
Step 3: Stir and sauté
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Stir the mushrooms and continue cooking for another 4–5 minutes.
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The mushrooms will release water; keep cooking until the liquid evaporates and they turn golden brown.
Step 4: Add garlic
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Lower the heat to medium.
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Add the minced garlic and stir well.
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Cook for 30–60 seconds only, until fragrant.
(Do not burn the garlic—it turns bitter.)
Step 5: Season
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Add salt and black pepper to taste.
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If using, add chili flakes and white wine or stock.
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Stir and cook for 1–2 minutes until slightly reduced.
Step 6: Finish with parsley
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Turn off the heat.
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Sprinkle chopped parsley over the mushrooms.
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Add lemon juice if using, and gently toss everything together.
✅ Final Taste Check
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Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or lemon as needed.
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Mushrooms should be tender, juicy, and garlicky with fresh herb flavor.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
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Serve as a side dish with steak, chicken, or fish
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Spoon over toast, pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes
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Use as a topping for omelets or grilled vegetables