Sautéed Oyster Mushrooms with Garlic Butter

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This oyster mushroom recipe is quick, easy and versatile. Serve them on their own, or spin them into a vegetarian main dish by using them as a topping for creamy polenta or farro. The trick to super-savory mushrooms is not crowding the pan while they cook. We brown the mushrooms in two batches and add the garlic and butter in the last step to maximize the flavor.

a recipe photo of the Sautéed Oyster Mushrooms with Garlic Butter
Photo:

Photographer: Jacob Fox, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Joseph Wanek

Active Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
4

Nutrition Notes

Are Oyster Mushrooms Healthy?

Regardless of the type, mushrooms tend to be rich in B vitamins and potassium. You’ll also get fiber and antioxidants, providing a wealth of health benefits. Evidence suggests that mushrooms have anti-inflammatory properties and may boost gut health. Plus, some mushrooms provide vitamin D—a nutrient that people are commonly deficient in.

Tips from the Test Kitchen

What’s the Best Way to Cook Oyster Mushrooms?

The best method for cooking oyster mushrooms is to not overcrowd the pan. Cooking the mushrooms in two batches over medium-high heat gives them enough room to brown and caramelize, maximizing their flavor.

What Can I Serve Alongside Sautéed Oyster Mushrooms with Garlic Butter?

Serve them as a side dish with roasted chicken, seared steak, grilled pork chops or baked fish. You can also incorporate them into a vegetarian main dish by using them as a topping for creamy polenta, pasta, risotto or farro.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Part of the Oyster Mushroom Is Edible?

All the parts of oyster mushrooms are edible, including the caps, gills and stems. To prep the mushrooms, trim off about 1/2 inch from the stem end of each mushroom.

Additional reporting by Carrie Myers, M.S. and Jan Valdez

the ingredients to make the Sautéed Oyster Mushrooms with Garlic Butter

Photographer: Jacob Fox, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Joseph Wanek

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds oyster mushrooms

  • 2 tablespoons sunflower oil or extra-virgin olive oil, divided

  • 10 small cloves garlic, thinly sliced

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Directions

  1. Remove and discard about 1/2 inch from the stem end of each mushroom; halve or quarter any large mushrooms.

    step 1 in making the Sautéed Oyster Mushrooms with Garlic Butter

    Photographer: Jacob Fox, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Joseph Wanek

  2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of the mushrooms; cook, undisturbed, until bottoms are golden brown, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate; do not wipe the pan. Repeat with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and the remaining mushrooms.

    step 2 in making the Sautéed Oyster Mushrooms with Garlic Butter

    Photographer: Jacob Fox, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Joseph Wanek

  3. Return all the mushrooms to the pan; cook, undisturbed, until fully tender, about 2 minutes.

    step 3 in making the Sautéed Oyster Mushrooms with Garlic Butter

    Photographer: Jacob Fox, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Joseph Wanek

  4. Stir in garlic, butter, salt and pepper; cook, stirring constantly, until the butter is melted and the garlic is aromatic, about 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in parsley.

    step 4 in making the Sautéed Oyster Mushrooms with Garlic Butter

    Photographer: Jacob Fox, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Joseph Wanek

EatingWell.com, December 2023

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

181 Calories
13g Fat
13g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size about 3/4 cup
Calories 181
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 13g 5%
Dietary Fiber 4g 15%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 6g 13%
Total Fat 13g 17%
Saturated Fat 4g 22%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Vitamin A 68µg
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Vitamin D 1µg
Vitamin E 3mg 20%
Folate 71µg
Vitamin K 63µg
Sodium 299mg 13%
Calcium 26mg 2%
Iron 3mg 15%
Magnesium 35mg 8%
Potassium 769mg 16%
Zinc 1mg 13%
Vitamin B12 0µg
Omega 3 0g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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