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    Sauteed Mushrooms

    Jun 10, 2025 by Julia Maz · This post may contain affiliate links

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    These Sauteed Mushrooms are buttery, garlicky, and so delicious. Their "meaty" texture makes them a flavorful and filling side dish for any meal.

    Sauteed Mushrooms on the spatula

    These Sauteed Mushrooms are so delicious. Flavored with acidic white wine, rich plant-based butter, and freshly chopped garlic, it tastes so good and works great with other dishes. This complementary side can be served with proteins, pastas, and potatoes, among other things.

    This vegetable has a great "meaty" texture that is very satisfying, so you can pair it with a light meal or a bigger one. It's quick and easy to prepare and there is lots of versatility so you can make variations on the recipe to fit your needs and preferences. It's the perfect side for busy weeknight meals. It can even be made ahead of time. Let's take a look at the ingredients we'll be using to make these Sauteed Mushrooms.

    Video Tutorial

    What you’ll need

    • Baby Bella Mushrooms. Or full-sizes portobello mushrooms can be used.
    • Plant-based Butter. Unsalted is best.
    • White Wine. Use a wine like pinot grigio, chardonnay, or sauvignon blanc, or whatever your favorite white wine is.
    • Olive oil. This or any other kind of oil can be used.
    • Garlic. You can chop your own fresh garlic cloves, or use pre-chopped.
    • Herbs. You'll use either parsley or basil, or both.
    • Salt. To taste.
    • Red Pepper Flakes. Adds a bit of heat.

    How to Make it

    1. In a medium-sized skillet, melt the plant-based butter. Then add the olive oil, mushrooms, and red pepper flakes, and cook them for about 7-10 minutes over medium heat until the mushrooms become a nice brown.

    cooking mushrooms in plant butter

    2. Now add the white wine to the skillet and cook the mushrooms until almost all of the wine has evaporated.

    adding wine to the mushrooms

    3. Add the garlic to the mushrooms and cook for another minute.

    adding garlic

    4. Lastly, add the basil, parsley, and salt. Stir, then turn off the heat. Serve warm.

    adding fresh herbs
    Sauteed Mushrooms in the skillet

    Tips for the best Sauteed Mushrooms

    • Use portobello or baby bella mushrooms. This type of mushroom is firmer than white button mushrooms and will hold up better to the sauteing. They also have more flavor than regular mushrooms.
    • Melt the butter with the spices. When you melt the butter in the pan with the red pepper flakes and olive oil, their flavors are infused into the butter. This adds more flavor than adding pre-melted butter.
    • Let the wine evaporate. To burn off the alcohol in the wine while still getting all the flavor, let the mushrooms cook until the wine evaporates. This leaves you with just the acidity, crisp flavor.
    • Use fresh herbs. Fresh herbs have a lot of great flavor that you can't always get in dried herbs. Using fresh will greatly enhance the fresh, herbaceous flavor in this Sauteed Mushrooms dish.

    Add-ins and Substitutes

    • Add balsamic vinegar. Give these Sauteed Mushrooms even more acidity and a little sweet with some balsamic vinegar added. It will caramelize as it cooks.
    • Use other vegetables. Add some sliced zucchini, cauliflower florets, celery, carrots, or yellow squash to these mushrooms.
    • Skip the wine. If you prefer not to use wine, you can just add a little vegetable broth or water. Or you can use an alcohol-free white wine.
    • Add other herbs. This recipe can be made with other fresh herbs, such as rosemary, thyme, tarragon, or marjoram.

    How to Store

    Store any leftovers of these Sauteed Mushrooms in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can reheat them on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through.

    What to Serve with it

    • On its own. These Sauteed Mushrooms are so satisfying and filling, you can enjoy them as a light lunch or afternoon snack all on their own.
    • Proteins. Pair them with protein-rich main dishes, such as this Vegan Black Bean Burger, Quick Maple Sriracha Tofu, or Black Bean Tacos.
    • Pastas. These mushrooms are delicious on the side of pasta or added on top. You can serve them with Spaghetti Aglio e Olio with Spinach, Mushroom Bolognese Pasta, Creamy Roasted Pepper Pasta, or Sun Dried Tomato Pasta.
    • Potatoes. Pair them with another filling side dish, like these Vegan Scalloped Potatoes, Garlic Smashed Potatoes, or Paprika Baked Potatoes.
    Close up shot of Sauteed Mushrooms

    This Sauteed Mushroom recipe is versatile and great for using as a side or repurposing for other dishes. You can toss them in marinara sauce for a pasta dish, or chop them for a pizza topping. They can also be added to sandwiches and vegan burgers. This scrumptious dish has lots of uses and is a great addition to any meal.

    More tasty vegan mushroom recipes: 21 Must-Try Vegan Mushroom Recipes

    Sauteed Mushrooms

    These Sauteed Mushrooms are buttery, garlicky, and so delicious. Their wonderful texture makes them a flavorful and filling side dish for any meal.
    5 from 3 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 176kcal
    Author: Julia Maz

    Ingredients

    • 4 tbsp. plant based butter
    • 1 tbsp. olive oil
    • ⅛ tsp. red pepper flakes
    • 1 lb. crimini or baby bella mushrooms
    • ¼ cup white wine Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, or your favorite white wine.
    • 4 medium garlic cloves, minced
    • ½ tsp. sea salt or to taste
    • 2 tbsp. fresh basil, chopped
    • 2 tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped

    Instructions

    • In a medium-sized skillet, melt the plant-based butter. Then add the olive oil, mushrooms, and red pepper flakes, and cook them for about 7-10 minutes over medium heat until the mushrooms become a nice brown.
    • Now add the white wine to the skillet and cook the mushrooms until almost all of the wine has evaporated.
    • Add the garlic to the mushrooms and cook for another minute.
    • Lastly, add the basil, parsley, and salt. Stir, then turn off the heat. Serve warm.

    Video Tutorial

    Notes

    Add-ins and Substitutes

    • Add balsamic vinegar. Give these Sauteed Mushrooms even more acidity and a little sweet with some balsamic vinegar added. It will caramelize as it cooks.
    • Use other vegetables. Add some sliced zucchini, cauliflower florets, celery, carrots, or yellow squash to these mushrooms.
    • Skip the wine. If you prefer not to use wine, you can just add a little vegetable broth or water. Or you can use an alcohol-free white wine.
    • Add other herbs. This recipe can be made with other fresh herbs, such as rosemary, thyme, tarragon, or marjoram.

    How to Store

    Store any leftovers of these Sauteed Mushrooms in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can reheat them on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 176kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 348mg | Potassium: 448mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1428IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1mg

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    1. Barbara j Mulroy says

      February 21, 2023 at 2:41 am

      5 stars
      I have cooked mushrooms for years. I love them! Your recipe is much better! I'll be trying yours very soon!! Thank you! 😃😆

      Reply
      • Tania Sheff says

        February 23, 2023 at 12:37 am

        Thank you, Barbara!

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