Garlic Mushrooms in Parmesan Cheese
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
Total Time: 25–30 minutes
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Introduction
These Garlic Mushrooms in Parmesan Cheese are pan-seared to golden perfection in butter and olive oil, infused with fresh garlic, and tossed with shredded Parmesan for a nutty, cheesy finish. They’re quick to prepare but impressive enough to serve at dinner parties or alongside your favorite main dishes.
Whether served with a steak, spooned over toast, or eaten straight from the skillet, these mushrooms deliver restaurant-quality flavor at home.
Ingredients
Simple ingredients, big flavor.
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1 lb (450g) button mushrooms or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and halved
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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5–6 cloves garlic, minced
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½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional for a kick)
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⅓ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for garnish)
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
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½ teaspoon lemon juice or zest (optional, for brightness)
Equipment Needed
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Large skillet (cast iron preferred for browning)
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Cutting board & knife
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Spatula or wooden spoon
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Mushrooms
Wipe mushrooms clean with a damp paper towel and slice or halve them depending on size. Avoid washing under water unless necessary — mushrooms absorb moisture easily.
Step 2: Sauté Mushrooms
Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the butter is melted and foamy.
Add mushrooms in a single layer. Don’t stir for the first 2–3 minutes — this allows them to brown properly.
Then stir occasionally and continue cooking for another 6–8 minutes, until mushrooms are deeply browned and have released most of their moisture.
Step 3: Add Garlic & Seasoning
Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and stir for 30–60 seconds, just until fragrant — don’t burn it!
Season with:
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Salt
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Black pepper
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Optional red pepper flakes
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Optional lemon juice/zest (adds brightness)
Step 4: Add Parmesan
Turn off the heat and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the hot mushrooms. Stir gently to combine — the cheese will melt and coat the mushrooms in a rich, salty, umami-packed layer.
Step 5: Garnish & Serve
Transfer to a serving bowl or leave them in the skillet for a rustic presentation.
Top with:
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Extra Parmesan
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Fresh chopped parsley
Serve warm.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving – Approximate)
Based on 4 servings
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Calories: 180
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Fat: 13g
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Protein: 7g
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Carbohydrates: 7g
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Fiber: 2g
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Sugar: 2g
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Sodium: 300mg
Values may vary slightly based on the brand and quantity of cheese used.
