Garlic Butter Mushrooms

Garlic Butter Mushrooms are a savory and aromatic side dish that highlights the rich umami flavor of mushrooms, enhanced by fragrant garlic and creamy butter. This keto-friendly dish is perfect for complementing any Chinese meal while keeping your carb count low.

Ingredients

• Button mushrooms - 300 grams
• Unsalted butter - 50 grams
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Clean the button mushrooms with a damp cloth and slice them in half.
2. In a large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
4. Add the mushrooms to the skillet and stir well to coat them in the garlic butter.
5. Cook the mushrooms for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and tender.
6. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, stirring to combine, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7. Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants that help reduce inflammation.
• Low in carbs, making it an excellent side dish for keto diets.

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