Crispy Garlic Herb Butter Sautéed Mushrooms – Better Than Takeout
Garlic Herb Butter Sautéed Mushrooms – After making this side dish dozens of times, I’ve mastered the perfect crispy texture and rich garlic herb butter sauce. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips on preventing soggy mushrooms and creating that irresistible restaurant flavor at home. Serve these mushrooms as a better-than-takeout side for your favorite main dishes, like Crispy Sticky Chicken Bao Buns or Easy Lemon Herb White Bean Dip. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Sticky Chicken Bao Buns and Easy Lemon Herb White Bean Dip.
Why This Crispy Garlic Herb Butter Sautéed Mushrooms – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Golden, crispy edges for irresistible texture
- Rich, flavorful garlic herb butter sauce
- Quick and easy, ready in just 20 minutes
- Better than takeout, perfect for busy weeknights
What You'll Need for Crispy Garlic Herb Butter Sautéed Mushrooms – Better Than Takeout
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 8 oz mushrooms (cremini or baby bella)
- 4 cloves garlic
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish
📝 Ingredient Notes
- mushrooms: Cremini or baby bella mushrooms work best for this recipe. Avoid using button mushrooms as they can be too watery.
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How to Make Crispy Garlic Herb Butter Sautéed Mushrooms – Better Than Takeout
- Prepare Mushrooms: Clean and slice mushrooms. Mince garlic cloves.
- Sauté Mushrooms: Heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Make Garlic Herb Butter: In the same skillet, melt remaining 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in fresh thyme leaves, salt, and pepper.
- Combine and Serve: Return mushrooms to the skillet, tossing to coat in the garlic herb butter. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs and serve immediately.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Garlic Herb Butter Sautéed Mushrooms – Better Than Takeout
- Common mistake and fix: Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent soggy mushrooms. Cook in batches if needed.
- Pro tip: For extra crispy edges, increase heat to high for the last minute of cooking and let the mushrooms sit undisturbed in the pan.
- Pro tip: To make ahead, sauté mushrooms and store in the fridge. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat before serving.
- Pro tip: For a richer sauce, add 1/4 cup of heavy cream to the garlic herb butter after cooking the garlic.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Garlic Herb Butter Sautéed Mushrooms – Better Than Takeout
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Mushrooms can be sautéed up to 2 days ahead. Reheat before serving.
Freezing Crispy Garlic Herb Butter Sautéed Mushrooms – Better Than Takeout
Not recommended for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 30-45 seconds.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a quick side dish, try these mushrooms with Easy Baked Cinnamon Banana Fritters for a fun and flavorful meal.
- Best substitution: No fresh thyme? Use 1/2 tsp dried thyme or 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, minced.
- Make-ahead: Sauté mushrooms up to 2 days ahead. Reheat before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If mushrooms are releasing too much liquid, increase heat to high and cook until the liquid evaporates before adding garlic and thyme.
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Crispy Garlic Herb Butter Sautéed Mushrooms – Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz mushrooms (cremini or baby bella)
- 4 cloves garlic
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Seasonings
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Mushrooms: Clean and slice mushrooms. Mince garlic cloves.
- Sauté Mushrooms: Heat olive oil and 2 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Make Garlic Herb Butter: In the same skillet, melt remaining 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in fresh thyme leaves, salt, and pepper.
- Combine and Serve: Return mushrooms to the skillet, tossing to coat in the garlic herb butter. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs and serve immediately.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a quick side dish, try these mushrooms with Easy Baked Cinnamon Banana Fritters for a fun and flavorful meal.
- Best substitution: No fresh thyme? Use 1/2 tsp dried thyme or 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, minced.
- Make-ahead: Sauté mushrooms up to 2 days ahead. Reheat before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If mushrooms are releasing too much liquid, increase heat to high and cook until the liquid evaporates before adding garlic and thyme.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 30-45 seconds.
- Make ahead: Mushrooms can be sautéed up to 2 days ahead. Reheat before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 11g
- Carbs: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sat. Fat: 6g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Garlic Herb Butter Sautéed Mushrooms – Better Than Takeout FAQs
Overcrowding the pan and not cooking long enough can cause soggy mushrooms. Cook in batches and let them cook until golden brown and crispy.
Yes, sautéed mushrooms can be made ahead and reheated before serving. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat in a skillet over medium heat or in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes. Avoid the microwave as it can make them soggy.
Button mushrooms can be too watery for this recipe. Cremini or baby bella mushrooms work best.
Add 1/4 cup of heavy cream to the garlic herb butter after cooking the garlic for a richer sauce.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Garlic Herb Butter Sautéed Mushrooms – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
