Description
Cowboy Mushrooms are a delightful side dish that adds a burst of flavor to any meal. These tender white button mushrooms are sautéed in a rich cowboy butter made with fresh herbs, garlic, and spices, creating an irresistible taste that will leave your guests asking for more. Perfect for barbecues, dinner parties, or as a tasty appetizer, Cowboy Mushrooms are both quick to prepare and packed with flavor. In just 30 minutes, you can create this vibrant dish that complements grilled meats, pasta, or even stands alone on toast. With their golden-brown appearance and savory taste, these mushrooms are sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound white button mushrooms
- 1 stick unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1–2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- 1–2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1–2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Clean and slice the mushrooms.
- In a small bowl, mix softened butter with Dijon mustard, chopped herbs, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, cayenne (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the cowboy butter mixture.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for 20-22 minutes until golden brown and tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 125g)
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg