Description
Cowboy Mushrooms are savory, buttery sautéed mushrooms seasoned with cowboy butter, making for a rich and flavorful side dish that complements any meal.
Ingredients
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For the Mushrooms
- 1 pound white button mushrooms, sliced
Cowboy Butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the Butter: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the cowboy butter by combining softened butter with garlic, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, crushed red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt until well mixed and fragrant.
- Add the Mushrooms: Once the butter has melted, add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Stir well to coat all the mushrooms in the seasoned butter.
- Cook the Mushrooms: Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10-12 minutes until the mushrooms are tender, golden brown, and caramelized around the edges.
- Serve: Transfer the sautéed mushrooms to a serving dish, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Store leftover cowboy mushrooms in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a skillet over medium heat with a little butter or oil until heated through, or microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle additional chopped herbs or a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 150g)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
