Description
Deliciously caramelized roasted cremini mushrooms, enhanced with a savory glaze of butter, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and herbs. This recipe ensures perfectly roasted mushrooms with deep flavor and a glossy finish, ideal as a side dish or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Mushrooms
- 2 pounds (908 g) cremini mushrooms, or baby bella
Seasoning & Sauce
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) kosher salt, or sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper, plus more for garnish
- 2 tablespoons (30 g) melted butter
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) balsamic vinegar
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons chopped thyme, or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 450ºF (232ºC) and position the oven rack in the lowest position to ensure direct heat for the mushrooms, which helps evaporate moisture quickly and promotes caramelization.
- Prepare the Mushrooms: Rinse the mushrooms thoroughly and pat them dry. Trim the stems and cut mushrooms based on size: leave small mushrooms (1 to 1½ inches) whole, halve medium mushrooms (1½ to 2 inches), and quarter large mushrooms (over 2 inches) to ensure even cooking.
- Season the Mushrooms: In a large mixing bowl, toss the mushrooms with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Roast Initially: Spread the seasoned mushrooms evenly in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast for about 25 to 30 minutes until the liquid released by the mushrooms evaporates and they start to brown. Stir once halfway through roasting to promote even cooking and caramelization.
- Add the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, and chopped thyme. Pour this mixture over the roasted mushrooms and stir well to coat.
- Final Roasting: Return the mushrooms to the oven and roast for an additional 3 to 5 minutes, until the garlic is fragrant and the sauce reduces to a glossy glaze over the mushrooms.
- To Serve: Transfer the glazed mushrooms to a serving platter and garnish with fresh parsley and an extra sprinkle of black pepper. Serve warm as a savory side or appetizer.
Notes
- Ensure mushrooms are dry before roasting to allow proper browning.
- Cut mushrooms into similar sizes for even cooking.
- Use a rimmed baking sheet to prevent juices from spilling over during roasting.
- Do not overcrowd the pan; spread mushrooms in a single layer to avoid steaming instead of roasting.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste and feel free to add fresh herbs like thyme or parsley for enhanced flavor.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce if needed for gluten-sensitive diets.
