This 15-minute garlic mushrooms recipe makes the most savoury, succulent, flavourful mushrooms you’ve ever had—and you only need 5 ingredients to make them!

Garlic mushrooms in skillet

With their meaty texture and umami flavour, mushrooms are the original meat substitute for vegetarians. Before vegan chicken and veggie burgers were a thing, there were mushrooms! And these garlic mushrooms have that savoury, umami element in spades.

This garlic mushrooms recipe is so simple, with only a few easy steps. Sauté the garlic, add the mushrooms and cook until caramelized, then devour. You can handle this even on the busiest of weeknights!

Garlic mushrooms are an exceptional side dish for just about any meal, but you can also incorporate them into vegan main dishes like miso butter pasta or vegetable lasagna for some added meatiness. However you serve them, I know you’re going to love them!

Closeup of garlic mushrooms with parsley

Why You’ll Love This Garlic Mushrooms Recipe

  • Just 5 ingredients. This isn’t the kind of recipe that calls for a long list of items! With just a handful of fresh ingredients and kitchen staples, you can make this flavourful side dish.
  • Quick and easy. This recipe can be whipped up in just 15 minutes! It’s perfect for busy weeknights when you need a quick side.
  • Versatile. These garlic mushrooms are delicious as a side but can also be used as a topping for pizza or added to other dishes.
  • Flavourful. The combination of garlic and umami mushrooms is unbeatable! The garlic adds a punch of flavour while the mushrooms bring a deep, earthy element to the table.
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Notes on Ingredients

Scroll down to the recipe card to find the ingredient quantities and recipe instructions.

  • Vegan butter – You can use store-bought or homemade vegan butter.
  • Mushrooms –Shiitake, cremini, or button mushrooms all work in this garlic mushrooms recipe.
  • Salt – If your butter is already salted, you can add a bit less.
  • Garlic – There’s plenty of garlic to give these mushrooms quite a kick!
  • Fresh parsley – For an herbaceous finishing touch.

How to Make Garlic Mushrooms

  • Melt the butter. In a skillet set over medium high heat, melt the butter.
  • Add the mushrooms. Stir the mushrooms into the butter, along with a pinch of salt.
  • Brown the mushrooms. Cook the mushrooms for 3 to 5 minutes on one side without moving them; turn the mushrooms over and brown the other side for another 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Add the garlic. Lower the heat to medium and stir in the garlic. Cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until the garlic is fragrant.
  • Finish. Stir in the parsley and cook for another 30 seconds. Remove from heat, garnish with additional parsley, and serve.

Tips for Success

  • Let the mushrooms brown. This doesn’t just give them colour, but also more depth of flavour. Don’t disturb them as they cook to allow the browning process to happen.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan. Make sure there is enough space for each mushroom to get a good, even sear and to keep the mushrooms from steaming.
  • Use fresh garlic. It’s much more pungent than garlic powder.
Overhead view of garlic mushrooms in skillet with spatula

Variations

  • Try another herb. Thyme, rosemary, chives, and sage also work well with the flavour of these garlic mushrooms.
  • Spice it up. Add some red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
  • Make it creamy. Stir in a bit of vegan cream cheese at the end; the result is excellent for serving over mashed potatoes or pasta.
  • Add shallot. Dice a shallot and caramelize it in the butter before adding the mushrooms.

Serving Suggestions

Garlic mushrooms in skillet with wooden spatula

How to Store Leftovers

To store leftover garlic mushrooms, transfer them to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm them in a skillet over medium heat; you can also use a microwave, but the stovetop produces better results.

Can I Freeze This Recipe?

Freezing garlic mushrooms is possible, but their texture may change upon thawing and reheating. If you do decide to freeze them, they’ll keep in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator, then reheat according to the instructions above.

Garlic mushrooms in skillet with wooden spatula

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Garlic mushrooms in skillet with wooden spatula

Garlic Mushrooms

This 15-minute garlic mushrooms recipe makes the most savoury, succulent, flavourful mushrooms ever—and you only need 5 ingredients!
5 (from 2 ratings)

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons vegan butter, salted
  • 1 pound mushrooms, sliced, I love using shiitake, Cremini or button mushrooms
  • pinch salt, if using unsalted butter, increase this to a heavy pinch
  • 5 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions 

  • In a pan over medium high heat, heat the vegan butter until melted.
  • Add the mushrooms, and the pinch of salt to the pan. Using a spatula, swirl all the ingredients together.
  • Let the mushroom mixture cook for about 3-5 minutes on one side without moving the mushrooms; this will allow it to caramelize a bit and produce a beautiful golden color.
  • Turn the mushrooms over and let brown on the other side for another 3-5 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and reduce to medium heat. The garlic should sizzle slightly when it hits the pan. Sauté the garlic for about 30 seconds to 1 minute, mixing everything together and watching to prevent the garlic from burning.
  • Stir in 1 tablespoon of parsley into the mix, and heat through for another 30 seconds. Remove from heat, sprinkle over more parsley on top, serve and enjoy! You can eat this as a side by itself, or as an addition to another meal such as to a pasta or quinoa.

Notes

To store: To store leftover garlic mushrooms, transfer them to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm them in a skillet over medium heat; you can also use a microwave, but the stovetop produces better results.
To freeze: Freezing garlic mushrooms is possible, but their texture may change upon thawing and reheating. If you do decide to freeze them, they’ll keep in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator, then reheat according to the instructions above.
Calories: 122kcal, Carbohydrates: 7g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 10g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Sodium: 196mg, Potassium: 501mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 535IU, Vitamin C: 5mg, Calcium: 14mg, Iron: 1mg

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