Description
This hen of the woods recipe Sautéed with Garlic Butter delivers pure comfort and gourmet flavor without the fuss. It’s a quick, wholesome, and family-friendly way to enjoy this unique mushroom on even the busiest weeknights.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh hen of the woods mushrooms (maitake), torn into florets
- 4 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Clean and Prepare Mushrooms: Gently brush off any visible dirt from your hen of the woods. Separate the cluster into smaller, bite-sized florets. Avoid washing if possible, as they absorb water quickly and can hinder browning.
- Heat the Pan: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large, heavy-bottomed 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers and just begins to foam, about 1-2 minutes.
- Sauté Mushrooms: Add the hen of the woods mushrooms to the hot pan in a single layer. If needed, cook in batches to avoid overcrowding. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until deeply golden brown and tender.
- Add Garlic Butter: Once mushrooms are browned, push them to one side of the pan. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the minced garlic to the empty side. Cook for 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant and lightly golden, being careful not to burn it.
- Season and Serve: Stir the fragrant garlic butter into the sautéed hen of the woods. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the fresh parsley. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
For faster prep, ensure your mushrooms are very dry before sautéing to get a quicker, crispier sear. If your pan gets too crowded, the mushrooms will steam instead of brown; work in batches to achieve that perfect golden sear. Look for firm, dry clusters of hen of the woods at farmers’ markets or specialty grocery stores for the best quality.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 0.25 lb (115g)
- Calories: 180 calories
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
Keywords: hen of the woods, maitake, sautéed mushrooms, garlic butter, side dish, quick meal, healthy, earthy, savory, easy dinner