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Savory Soy-Glazed Garlic Butter Mushrooms

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A quick and tasty side dish featuring baby bella mushrooms glazed in a rich garlic butter and soy sauce mixture, enhanced with fresh herbs for a bright, savory flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 16 ounces baby bella or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and trimmed
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, stripped from stems
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon lemon juice or white wine vinegar

Instructions

  1. Wipe mushrooms with a damp cloth or paper towel to remove dirt. Trim stems if needed and leave mushrooms whole.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and warm until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Add mushrooms in a single layer. Stir occasionally, letting them sit for a minute or two between stirs to develop a golden brown color. Cook for 6-8 minutes until mushrooms shrink and release moisture which evaporates.
  4. Push mushrooms to the side of the pan. Add butter and minced garlic to the empty space. Cook garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds, then stir everything together.
  5. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce and brown sugar. Pour over mushrooms and stir to coat. Cook for another 2 minutes, allowing glaze to thicken and cling to mushrooms.
  6. Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves and chopped parsley over mushrooms. Season with freshly ground black pepper and toss gently. If using, add a splash of lemon juice or vinegar to brighten flavors.
  7. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Serve warm.

Notes

Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming instead of browning. Add butter after mushrooms start browning to prevent burning. Stir garlic constantly to avoid bitterness. If mushrooms release too much water, increase heat and cook uncovered to evaporate excess liquid. Fresh herbs should be added at the end to preserve brightness. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat gently with a splash of water or broth.

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