Description
Sautéed mushrooms and onions are a simple yet delicious side dish that brings rich flavor to any meal. Cooking them slowly in garlic butter enhances their natural sweetness and creates a tender, aromatic dish. Perfect for weeknight dinners, holiday meals, or pairing with steak, chicken, or pasta, this recipe is quick, easy, and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 large sweet onion, cut into ¼-inch slices
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup white wine (optional)
- 12 ounces mushrooms, halved if small or sliced ½-inch if large
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- ½ tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat butter over medium heat in a large skillet.
- Add onions and cook until slightly softened, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook just until fragrant.
- Increase heat to medium-high and add wine if using; cook until almost evaporated, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add mushrooms and soy sauce; cook until mushrooms are tender, 4-5 minutes more.
- Stir in parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
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- Serve immediately as a side with steak, chicken, pork, or pasta.
- Top baked potatoes or rice bowls with sautéed mushrooms and onions for extra flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave to maintain tenderness.
- Do not freeze, as mushrooms may release water and become mushy.