Sauteed Mushrooms (Julia Child)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 10

Julia Child's Sauteed Mushrooms recipe for a quick and easy side dish

by The Chefin Side

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 tablespoons butter
	1 tablespoon oil
	1/2 lb fresh mushrooms ( sliced )
	2 tablespoons minced shallots

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

2-4

Calories

110

Sugar

Fat

11g

Sauteed mushrooms are a simple and delicious side dish that can be served with a variety of meals. This recipe is adapted from one of Julia Child's classic cookbooks and is a perfect way to add flavor and texture to any dinner. The mushrooms are cooked in a combination of butter and oil, which gives them a rich and nutty flavor, while the shallots add a subtle sweetness. Serve these sauteed mushrooms hot with steak, chicken or fish, or as a vegetarian side dish with roasted vegetables or quinoa.

Instructions

1.	Heat the butter and oil together in a large skillet over high heat.
2.	Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and toss to coat in the butter and oil.
3.	Cook the mushrooms for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown.
4.	Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced shallots to the skillet.
5.	Cook the mushrooms and shallots for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the shallots have softened.
6.	Serve the sauteed mushrooms hot, garnished with parsley if desired.

PROS

Sauteed mushrooms are a quick and easy side dish that adds depth of flavor to any meal.

This recipe is simple to make and takes only a few minutes to prepare.

CONS

Mushrooms can be an acquired taste for some, and may not be enjoyed by all.

If overcooked, the mushrooms can become mushy and lose their flavor and texture.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mushrooms are low in calories and fat, and are an excellent source of vitamins and minerals such as vitamin D, potassium and selenium.
They also contain antioxidants that help to protect against cell damage and reduce inflammation.