Savory Sautéed Morel Mushrooms Recipe Easy Butter Thyme Side Dish
A quick and easy side dish featuring fresh morel mushrooms sautéed in butter with fresh thyme, delivering earthy, silky flavors perfect for spring meals.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: French-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fresh morel mushrooms, cleaned gently
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, stripped from stems
- 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- Clean the Morels: Gently rinse morels under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Slice lengthwise if large, or leave smaller ones whole. (About 5 minutes)
- Heat the Pan: Place skillet over medium heat and add olive oil (if using) and butter. Let butter melt completely and start to foam, about 2 minutes. Avoid browning.
- Add the Morels: Toss mushrooms into the pan in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding. Cook about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and release aroma.
- Incorporate Garlic and Thyme: Add minced garlic and fresh thyme leaves. Stir gently and cook 2–3 minutes until garlic is fragrant but not browned.
- Season: Sprinkle with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Toss gently and cook another minute to combine flavors.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat and transfer mushrooms to a warm serving dish. Mushrooms should be tender but hold shape with a silky butter coating.
Notes
Avoid soaking morels to prevent sogginess; rinse and dry quickly. Use moderate heat to prevent butter from burning. Cook mushrooms in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding. Fresh thyme is preferred over dried for best flavor. For dairy-free, substitute butter with olive oil or vegan butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 4 ounces (115
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0.5
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 1.5
- Protein: 3
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