Simple Sautéed Mushrooms
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A perfectly healthy, tasty and fabulous side dish. We love that mushrooms are full of nutrition. They contain an amino acid ergothioneine that slows cellular damage. Mushrooms are a good source of selenium which helps your body make antioxidant enzymes. Mushrooms that have been grown in sunlight are the only type of produce that is a source of vitamin D! Lastly, researchers have found that a 1 cup daily serving of mushrooms can help lower cancer risk.
Equipment
- paper towels
- sharp knife
- large frying pan
- wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 24 oz cremini mushrooms thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp Himalayan sea salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme
Instructions
- Clean mushrooms using a dry paper towel, wiping off any dirt. Do not rinse them under water, as this will make them soggy.24 oz cremini mushrooms
- Thinly slice the mushrooms.
- Melt butter over medium heat in a large frying pan.2 tbsp butter
- Add the sliced mushrooms to the pan and sprinkle with salt and pepper.1 tsp Himalayan sea salt, 1 tsp pepper
- Sauté for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the mushrooms are thoroughly cooked.
- Sprinkle with fresh thyme.1 tbsp fresh thyme
- Serve immediately.
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My Favorite Tips for Sautéing Mushrooms Like a Pro
Cooking mushrooms is super simple, but there are a few tricks to make them extra flavorful: 1. Dry Clean Your Mushrooms: Resist the urge to rinse them under water! Mushrooms are like little sponges, and they’ll absorb too much water if rinsed. Instead, use a dry paper towel to gently wipe off any dirt. 2. Get the Pan Hot: You want the butter to sizzle when it hits the pan. This ensures you get that perfect caramelization on the mushrooms, making them golden brown and super flavorful. 3. Don’t Overcrowd the Pan: Give the mushrooms some room to breathe! Overcrowding will steam them instead of sautéing them, which means they won’t develop that delicious texture we all love. 4. Finish with Fresh Herbs: I love tossing in some fresh thyme at the end for a burst of earthy flavor. You could also try rosemary or parsley—whatever you’ve got on hand!Tools You’ll Need:
Here are a few kitchen essentials that make cooking this dish a breeze:- Enamel Skillet: I highly recommend a cast iron skillet for sautéing mushrooms. It holds heat beautifully and helps get that golden brown sear.
- Wooden Spoon: A sturdy wooden spoon is perfect for stirring mushrooms as they cook, and it won’t scratch your pan.
- Sharp Knife: Since you’ll be slicing a lot of mushrooms, make sure your knife is sharp! It makes the process way faster and easier.
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