Description
Cowboy Mushrooms: Savory mushrooms cooked with garlic, onions, and herbs for a quick and comforting crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds (900g) portobello or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and stems trimmed
- 3 tablespoons (45ml) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) bourbon or whiskey
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 teaspoons)
- 1 tablespoon (15g) brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons (28g) butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Mushrooms Clean your mushrooms by gently wiping them with a damp paper towel to remove any dirt. If using portobellos, use a spoon to carefully scrape out the dark gills. Trim the stems to create a flat base, but leave most of the stem intact for that meaty texture. Pat the mushrooms dry with paper towels to ensure proper browning. If your mushrooms are large, cut them into quarters or halves, aiming for roughly equal-sized pieces.
- Step 2: Create the Marinade In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, brown sugar, smoked paprika, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt until thoroughly combined. The marinade should have a rich, reddish-brown color and smell tantalizingly smoky and sweet. Place your prepared mushrooms in a large ziplock bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Gently toss to ensure every mushroom is thoroughly coated. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor penetration.
- Step 3: Cook to Perfection Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until it’s nearly smoking. Working in batches to avoid overcrowding, place the marinated mushrooms in a single layer, saving the remaining marinade. Cook for 3-4 minutes without disturbing them, allowing a beautiful caramelization to develop. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the mushrooms are tender but still have a slight bite in the center. Transfer the cooked mushrooms to a plate and continue with remaining batches.
- Step 4: Create the Signature Sauce Once all mushrooms are cooked, return the empty skillet to medium heat. Pour in the bourbon or whiskey and use a wooden spoon to scrape up all the flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Allow the alcohol to reduce by half, about 30 seconds. Pour in any reserved marinade and bring to a simmer for 1 minute to thicken slightly. Add the butter and swirl the pan until it’s completely melted and incorporated into a glossy sauce.
- Step 5: Finish and Serve Return all the mushrooms to the skillet and toss gently to coat with the sauce. Cook for an additional minute to reheat and allow the flavors to meld. Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley, and serve your Cowboy Mushrooms immediately while they’re hot and glistening with that incredible sauce. The aroma alone will have everyone gathering around the table!
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Americaine
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 pound (225g)
- Calories: 250 per serving
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 18 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 12 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 8 grams
- Cholesterol: 20 milligrams
Keywords: Cowboy Mushrooms