Sauteed Grilled Garlic Mushrooms (Print)
Smoky grilled mushrooms sautéed with garlic and fresh herbs for a savory, aromatic side.
# What You Need:
→ Mushrooms
01 - 1 pound cremini or button mushrooms, cleaned and stems trimmed
→ Marinade
02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
04 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
06 - 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
07 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
08 - 1 teaspoon salt
→ For Sautéing & Finishing
09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or vegan alternative
10 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
11 - Salt and pepper, to taste
12 - Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)
# How To Make It:
01 - In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Add the mushrooms and toss until evenly coated. Let marinate for 10 minutes while the grill heats.
02 - Preheat an outdoor grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread the mushrooms onto skewers or place them in a grill basket for easy handling.
03 - Grill the mushrooms for 3 to 4 minutes per side until tender with distinct grill marks, basting occasionally with any remaining marinade.
04 - Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the grilled mushrooms and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and lightly browned.
05 - Remove from heat. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste.
06 - Transfer to a serving dish and serve warm, accompanied by lemon wedges if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The double cooking method, grilling then sauteing, gives these mushrooms a smoky char followed by a rich buttery finish that you will not get from either technique alone.
- They pair with almost anything: grilled steak, a simple salad, pasta, or even just crusty bread to soak up the juices.
02 -
- Do not skip the grilling step and go straight to the pan, because that smoky char is what makes this recipe stand out from ordinary sauteed mushrooms.
- Crowding the grill or pan will cause the mushrooms to steam rather than char, so cook in batches if necessary.
03 -
- Wipe mushrooms clean with a damp paper towel instead of rinsing them under water, since excess moisture prevents proper charring.
- Let your grill pan get fully smoking hot before adding the mushrooms, because a hesitant start guarantees sticking.