Butter Garlic Pepper Mushroom Recipe

Ingredients

• 300-350 g Button Mushrooms (washed, wiped dry, stems trimmed)
• 2-3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (cut into pieces, room temperature)
• 1 teaspoon Vegetable Oil (high smoke‑point oil to prevent butter burning)
• 4 pieces Garlic Cloves (peeled and minced)
• 1/4 cup Fresh Coriander Stems (chopped finely)
• 2 pieces Green Chilies (slit lengthwise, seeds left for heat)
• 1 pinch Red Chili Flakes (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly cracked)
• to taste Salt
• 1 piece Lemon (zest (outer yellow only) and juice)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Cilantro (or Parsley) (chopped)

Instructions

1. Clean and Trim Mushrooms

   Rinse the button mushrooms under cold water, wipe them dry with a clean kitchen cloth, then trim off the stems.

   Time: PT3M

2. Prep Aromatics

   Mince the garlic cloves, slice the green chilies lengthwise, chop the coriander stems, and zest the lemon (only the yellow outer part). Set everything aside.

   Time: PT4M

3. Heat Butter and Oil

   Place the skillet over medium‑high heat, add 2‑3 Tbsp butter and 1 tsp oil, letting the butter melt but not brown.

   Time: PT1M

4. Sauté Garlic, Chilies, and Coriander Stems

   Add the minced garlic, sliced chilies, and chopped coriander stems to the pan. Stir‑fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

   Time: PT30S

5. Cook Mushrooms with Seasoning

   Add the cleaned mushrooms, a pinch of red chili flakes, 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper, and salt to taste. Stir continuously and cook on medium‑high for 7‑8 minutes until the mushrooms release their moisture and turn golden.

   Time: PT8M

6. Add Lemon Zest and Juice

   Sprinkle the lemon zest over the mushrooms, then squeeze the lemon juice into the pan. Stir for another 30 seconds.

   Time: PT30S

7. Finish with Fresh Cilantro

   Stir in the chopped cilantro (or parsley) and cook for a final 30 seconds. Remove from heat.

   Time: PT30S

8. Plate and Serve

   Transfer the mushrooms to a serving plate and enjoy immediately as a starter or snack.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

120

Protein

4 g

Carbohydrates

5 g

Fat

9 g

Fiber

2 g