The Best Sautéed Maitake Mushroom Recipe (Hen of the Woods)
Sautéed maitake mushrooms need only butter, lemon, salt and pepper. This simple Hen of the Woods recipe delivers crisp, golden edges and rich, savory flavor in about 15 minutes.
Servings: 4
Calories: 127kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 cups Maitake Mushrooms cleaned and broken into pieces as desired.
- 2 tablespoons Butter or cooking fat of choice
- 1 wedge Fresh Lemon Juice
- Sea Salt and Fresh Ground Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Clean the maitake mushrooms. Brush away loose dirt and debris with a damp paper towel. If they need a quick rinse, use cold water, drain in a salad spinner and pat thoroughly dry. Tear the cluster into similar-size pieces so they cook evenly.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the butter, then arrange the maitake pieces in a loose, even layer. Avoid crowding the pan; cook in two batches if necessary.
- Squeeze the lemon wedge over the raw mushrooms in the skillet.
- Cook undisturbed for 3 to 5 minutes, until the first side is golden. Toss or turn the pieces and cook for another 3 to 5 minutes, until the edges are browned and the thicker pieces are tender. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.
Notes
The small squeeze of lemon helps the mushrooms keep a lighter color and balances their earthy flavor; it will not make the finished dish taste lemony. Cook wild mushrooms thoroughly and eat only mushrooms you have positively identified.
Nutrition
Calories: 127kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 65mg | Potassium: 689mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 175IU | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg