Enchanted Forest Mushrooms (Printable)

Wild forest mushrooms cooked with garlic, herbs, and white wine for a flavorful side dish.

# What you'll need:

→ Wild Mushrooms

01 - 1.1 lbs mixed wild mushrooms (chanterelles, porcini, shiitake, oyster)

→ Aromatics & Herbs

02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
04 - 2 shallots, finely chopped
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

→ Deglaze & Finish

08 - 1/4 cup dry white wine
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

10 - 1 tablespoon chives, finely sliced (optional)
11 - Zest of 1/2 lemon (optional)

# How to make it:

01 - Clean mushrooms gently with a brush or damp cloth; trim stems and slice larger pieces as needed.
02 - Warm butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
03 - Add chopped shallots and cook for 2 minutes until translucent.
04 - Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
05 - Add mushrooms and thyme; cook 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are golden and liquid evaporates.
06 - Pour in white wine and scrape pan to release browned bits; cook 2–3 minutes until wine reduces mostly.
07 - Season with salt and pepper, remove from heat, then stir in parsley.
08 - Transfer to serving dish; garnish with chives and lemon zest if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert suggestions:

01 -
  • One pot meal
  • Freezer friendly
02 -
  • Substitute any combination of wild or cultivated mushrooms based on availability
  • Delicious served on toasted bread alongside roasted meats or as a topping for polenta
03 -
  • Use fresh herbs for the best flavor
  • Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure mushrooms brown properly
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