My family happens to love mushrooms! Some of our favorites include speedy garlic butter chicken and mushrooms, irresistible fried mushrooms, and these sauteed mushrooms and onions. Sometimes the best side dishes are the simplest ones, like this recipe for sauteed mushrooms and onions. With just a few ingredients, humble vegetables are transformed into something spectacular!
Recipe Ingredients
This recipe includes butter, onions, mushrooms, garlic, Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, fresh parsley, and some salt and black pepper.
How Do You Make Sauteed Mushrooms And Onions?
Start by melting some butter in a large skillet, then add sliced onions. Cook the onions until they are soft and starting to caramelize. Add the mushrooms to the pan, then continue to cook until everything is tender and browned. This may take some time, as the mushrooms will need to release all of their liquid before they start to brown. Stir in garlic, Italian seasoning and a dash of Worcestershire sauce for extra flavor. Finally, top the vegetables with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, then serve and enjoy.
Tips For The Perfect Sauteed Mushrooms And Onions
You can use any variety of mushroom that you like in this dish, or even a blend of different types of mushrooms. I typically use cremini or white button mushrooms, but other great options include chanterelle, oyster, portobello, baby bellas or shiitake mushrooms. This recipe pairs well with a variety of main course options including turkey meatloaf, crack chicken, Yankee pot roast, cheeseburger meatloaf and bacon ranch chicken. Sauteed mushrooms and onions will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them over low heat in a skillet until everything is warmed through. For a richer sauce, stir in 1/4 cup heavy cream and 2 tablespoons of grated parmesan cheese. You can make this recipe vegan by using olive oil instead of butter. This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a crowd. No parsley on hand? Try using fresh thyme, basil or chives instead. You can also use a combination of different herbs.
Flavor Variations
While this dish is great as-is, you can add other ingredients that you happen to have on hand.
Vegetables: Feel free to stir in extra veggies such as green beans, bell peppers, spinach or tomatoes. Protein: Make it a meal by stirring in cooked crumbled, bacon, grilled chicken, smoked sausage or even canned white beans. Grains: Stir in your favorite grains such as cooked rice, quinoa or barley. Flavorings: Amp up the flavor with crushed red pepper flakes, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, olives, sun dried tomatoes, cheddar cheese or even pine nuts.
Sauteed mushrooms and onions makes for a great side dish, but you can even use it as a topping for pizza, stir it into pasta, or serve it over a juicy steak. The possibilities are endless!
