Keto Garlic Herb Buttered Mushrooms Recipe
A quick, one-pan keto side dish bursting with savory flavors and ready in just 20 minutes.
KEY INFO:
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories: 120 per serving
- Fat: 11g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 4g (2g net)
- Difficulty: Easy
- Diet: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free
EQUIPMENT NEEDED:
- Large skillet or sauté pan
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Measuring spoons
- Wooden spoon
- Alternative: Any heavy-bottomed pan will work
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 lb (450g) cremini or button mushrooms, halved
- 4 tbsp (60g) unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
METHOD:
-
- Clean mushrooms with a paper towel (don’t wash with water)
- Melt butter in skillet over medium-high heat
-
- Add mushrooms in a single layer (don’t overcrowd!)
- Cook without stirring for 5 minutes until golden brown
- Flip mushrooms and cook another 4-5 minutes
- Add garlic, cook for 1 minute until fragrant
- Stir in herbs, lemon juice, salt, and pepper
- Cook 2-3 minutes more, stirring occasionally
CRUCIAL TIPS:
- Never wash mushrooms – they’ll get waterlogged
- Don’t move mushrooms while they’re browning
- Wait until the end to add garlic (prevents burning)
- Use room temperature butter for even melting
STORAGE & SCALING:
- Keeps 3 days refrigerated in airtight container
- Double recipe: Cook in batches or use larger pan
- Reheat in pan over medium heat
COMMON MISTAKES:
- Overcrowding the pan
- Adding garlic too early
- Stirring too frequently
- Using wet mushrooms
VARIATIONS:
- Mix mushroom varieties for different textures
- Add splash of white wine for depth
- Switch herbs: try rosemary or sage
- Use ghee for dairy-free version
Perfect paired with grilled steak or roasted chicken. These mushrooms are also fantastic over cauliflower rice or as a savory breakfast side.
