Get the pan screaming hot and give the mushrooms room, and hold the salt until they are browned. Salt early pulls out their water and they boil gray instead of searing. Add the butter and garlic only at the end so the garlic does not scorch, and a splash of sherry lifts the pan.
By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026
Prep10 min
Cook12 min
Makes4 servings
CuisineFrench
Cost$
VegetarianGluten-free
Contains dairy
Make it vegan: use plant milk, oil, or a vegan cheese for the dairy.
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for4servings
Fresh mushrooms
Cremini, oyster, or a mix left whole or halved for a hard sear.
Heat the pan dryGet a wide skillet very hot with a thin film of oil and add the mushrooms in a single layer. Crowding drops the heat and steams them.
Sear undisturbedLeave them to brown before stirring, about 4 minutes, and hold the salt. Salting now pulls their water and they will not crisp.
Add the butter and garlicLower the heat, drop in the cold butter and garlic, and toss for a minute until fragrant. Any earlier and the garlic burns bitter.
Deglaze and finishSplash in the sherry, scrape the pan, and toss with the herbs, pepper, and salt. Serve right away.
Can you make Garlic Butter Mushrooms in an air fryer? — Sometimes
Sometimes — if the pieces are small and cooked dry, an air fryer can handle it in a single layer; anything saucy or liquid needs a pan. When in doubt, the stovetop or oven is the safe call.
Can you freeze Garlic Butter Mushrooms? — Yes
Yes — cool it, portion into airtight containers, and freeze; thaw in the fridge and reheat.
Can you make Garlic Butter Mushrooms ahead of time? — Best fresh
Best made fresh and served soon — it loses its edge standing around. You can prep the parts ahead, but finish and serve it close to the table.
Is Garlic Butter Mushrooms gluten-free? — Yes
Yes — nothing in this recipe as written contains gluten. As always, glance at the labels on any packaged items (broth, sauces, chocolate), since brands vary.
Is Garlic Butter Mushrooms vegan? — Vegetarian, not vegan
It’s vegetarian but not vegan as written — it has dairy. Make it vegan: use plant milk, oil, or a vegan cheese for the dairy.
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