Save to Pinterest A magical sauté of wild forest mushrooms with garlic, fresh herbs, and a hint of white wine, bringing woodland flavors to your table.
This recipe reminds me of peaceful hikes through the forest collecting mushrooms with family.
Ingredients
- Wild Mushrooms: 500 g mixed wild mushrooms (chanterelles, porcini, shiitake, oyster)
- Aromatics & Herbs: 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 shallots finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves minced, 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- Deglaze & Finish: 60 ml dry white wine, salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Garnish: 1 tbsp chives finely sliced (optional), zest of 1/2 lemon (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Clean the mushrooms gently with a brush or damp cloth trim and slice large pieces if needed.
- Step 2:
- Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Step 3:
- Add the shallots and sauté for 2 minutes until translucent.
- Step 4:
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 5:
- Add the mushrooms and thyme sauté for 5 7 minutes stirring occasionally until the mushrooms are golden and most liquid has evaporated.
- Step 6:
- Deglaze the pan with white wine scraping up any browned bits cook for 2 3 minutes until the wine has mostly reduced.
- Step 7:
- Season with salt and pepper Remove from heat and stir in the parsley.
- Step 8:
- Transfer to a serving dish garnish with chives and lemon zest if desired Serve immediately.
Save to Pinterest This dish always brings back warm family dinners around the table after a long day.
Required Tools
Large skillet wooden spoon or spatula chefs knife cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains dairy butter For dairy-free or vegan needs substitute plant-based butter or use only olive oil Always check ingredient labels for allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 120 Total Fat 7 g Carbohydrates 8 g Protein 4 g per serving
Save to Pinterest Enjoy this simple yet flavorful dish as a perfect side for your meals any day of the week.
Recipe FAQs
- → What types of mushrooms work best?
A mix including chanterelles, porcini, shiitake, and oyster mushrooms provides varied textures and rich woodland flavors.
- → Can I substitute the white wine?
Yes, a splash of vegetable broth or a light vinegar can be used to deglaze if avoiding wine.
- → How should mushrooms be cleaned?
Gently brush off dirt with a mushroom brush or use a damp cloth; avoid soaking to maintain texture.
- → Is this suitable for a vegan diet?
Replacing butter with plant-based alternatives or extra olive oil makes this vegan-friendly without altering taste.
- → What dishes pair well with this sauté?
This mushroom sauté complements roasted meats, polenta, or crusty toasted bread for a balanced side.
- → Can fresh herbs be substituted?
Thyme and parsley lend fresh earthiness, but rosemary or tarragon can offer interesting flavor variations.