Sautéed Grilled Garlic Mushrooms (Print)

Smoky grilled mushrooms sautéed with garlic and fresh herbs for a savory, aromatic side dish.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
08 - 1 teaspoon salt

→ For Sautéing & Finishing

09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or vegan butter alternative
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
11 - Salt and pepper, to taste
12 - Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
02 - Add the cleaned mushrooms to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat evenly. Let them marinate for 10 minutes while you prepare the grill.
03 - Preheat an outdoor grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread the mushrooms onto skewers or place them in a grill basket for easier handling.
04 - Grill the mushrooms for 3 to 4 minutes per side until tender with visible grill marks, basting occasionally with any remaining marinade.
05 - 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.
06 - Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley, and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed. Serve warm with lemon wedges on the side.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The double cooking method gives you smoky depth from the grill and rich savory goodness from the saute pan, which is basically cheating your way to incredible flavor.
  • These mushrooms work with nearly any main dish, from steaks to pasta to a simple green salad, making them the most versatile thing you will cook all week.
  • They come together in thirty minutes with ingredients you probably already have in your pantry.
02 -
  • Do not skip the ten minute marinade because that brief soak is what gives the mushrooms their deep flavor and helps them caramelize properly on the grill.
  • If your mushrooms are very small, use a grill basket instead of skewers or you will spend half your evening chasing rolling mushrooms across the grates.
03 -
  • Dry your mushrooms thoroughly with a damp cloth before marinating because excess water prevents them from getting that beautiful sear on the grill.
  • Let the grill pan get properly hot before adding the mushrooms, since a pan that is not ready means steamed mushrooms instead of charred ones.

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