Description
Delicate garlic parmesan mushrooms bring Italian countryside charm to your dinner table. Savory herbs and golden parmesan create an irresistible side dish you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (454 grams) whole cremini or button mushrooms (cleaned & stems trimmed)
- ¼ cup (60 grams) grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) unsalted butter (or olive oil for a lighter option)
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon italian seasoning (optional, for extra flavor)
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons (8 grams) fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Warm a spacious skillet over medium-high temperature, allowing butter to melt and create a smooth cooking surface.
- Introduce whole mushrooms into the skillet, allowing them to sizzle and dance across the pan for approximately 5-6 minutes, occasionally rotating to ensure even caramelization and moisture release.
- Incorporate finely chopped garlic, a delicate sprinkle of salt, freshly ground black pepper, and aromatic Italian seasoning into the mushroom mixture.
- Continue cooking the ingredients for an additional 2 minutes, stirring consistently to prevent garlic from burning and to develop a rich, fragrant foundation.
- Generously dust the mushrooms with grated Parmesan cheese, gently tossing to ensure even coating and maximum flavor integration.
- Allow the cheese to slightly melt and form a delicate, crispy exterior by cooking for 1-2 more minutes, creating a tantalizing golden crust.
- Remove the skillet from heat and garnish the mushrooms with freshly chopped parsley, adding a vibrant touch of color and fresh herbaceous notes.
- Present the mushrooms immediately as a versatile accompaniment to steak, pasta, rice, or enjoy them as a standalone appetizer that promises to delight the palate.
Notes
- Choose fresh, firm mushrooms for the best texture and flavor, avoiding any with soft spots or discoloration.
- Use high-heat butter or a combination of butter and olive oil to prevent burning and add rich flavor.
- Avoid overcrowding the skillet to ensure mushrooms brown properly and develop a delicious caramelized exterior.
- Experiment with different mushroom varieties like cremini, shiitake, or oyster mushrooms for unique taste profiles.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 104
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 290 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg