Description
Perfected Cowboy Mushrooms are a delicious and versatile side dish that can elevate any meal. Sautéed in rich browned butter and infused with garlic, smoked paprika, and Worcestershire sauce, these mushrooms deliver an explosion of flavor in just 20 minutes. Whether paired with steak for a classic dinner or served on toast for a gourmet brunch, they’re sure to impress. Their low-calorie count makes them a guilt-free indulgence, while easy cleanup ensures you can spend more time enjoying your meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz button or cremini mushrooms
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth and trim stems as needed.
- In a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter until browned.
- Add mushrooms and sear for 3–4 minutes until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Mix in Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, dried herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Deglaze the skillet with remaining butter and water/broth, scraping up browned bits.
- Simmer for 5–7 minutes until mushrooms are tender.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg