Description
Savory garlic parmesan mushrooms showcase a simple yet elegant side dish from Italian culinary traditions. Earthy mushrooms blend perfectly with sharp parmesan and aromatic garlic, creating a delightful complement you can serve alongside many main courses.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) cremini or button mushrooms (cleaned & stems trimmed)
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 2 tbsps unsalted butter (or olive oil for a lighter option)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning (optional, for extra flavor)
- 2 tbsps fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Skillet Preparation: Melt butter in a spacious skillet over medium-high heat, creating a smooth, golden base for the mushrooms.
- Mushroom Sautéing: Introduce whole mushrooms to the skillet, allowing them to caramelize and release moisture while stirring occasionally, transforming their texture for 5-6 minutes.
- Seasoning Infusion: Sprinkle garlic, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning into the mushroom medley, stirring to distribute the aromatic blend and intensify the flavor profile for 2 minutes.
- Cheese Transformation: Generously dust grated Parmesan over the golden mushrooms, gently tossing to ensure an even, savory coating that will create a crispy, melted exterior.
- Final Flourish: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately, either as a standalone appetizer or a complementary side dish to elevate grilled proteins, pasta, or rice.
Notes
- Select Fresh Mushrooms: Choose firm, intact mushrooms without bruises or dark spots for the best texture and flavor.
- Manage Moisture Carefully: Pat mushrooms completely dry before cooking to prevent steaming and ensure perfect golden-brown caramelization.
- Control Cheese Melting: Sprinkle Parmesan gradually and watch closely to prevent burning, creating a light, crispy cheese coating instead of a heavy clump.
- Elevate Dietary Options: Swap butter with olive oil for a dairy-free version or use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan for a vegan-friendly alternative that maintains rich, savory notes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg