Speedy, Simple Sides Part I: The Mushrooms
At this time of year especially, we can’t ever have enough recipes for side dishes that are versatile, effortless and crowd-pleasers.
“Sauteed Shiitake Mushrooms with Sage” fits that bill perfectly.
It takes barely 10 minutes to make and goes well alongside everything from poultry to pork to beef.
And it’s from suave Chef Eric Ripert of New York’s renowned Le Bernardin. It’s from his new cookbook, “Avec Eric” (Wiley), a companion to his similarly named, intelligent PBS cooking show.
Much more intense in taste that humdrum buttons, and with an almost deep oyster-like flavor, shiitakes have enough character to make this side dish a real winner.
But you wouldn’t expect any less from a four-star chef, would you?
Sauteed Shiitake Mushrooms with Sage
(Serves 4)
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 1/2 pounds shiitake mushroom caps, stems removed
Fine sea salt and freshly ground white pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage leaves
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 shallot, finely diced
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
Heat 2 tablespoons of the canola oil in a large saute pan over high heat. When the oil is almost smoking, add shiitake mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, and saute until mushrooms begin to brown, about 5 minutes. Add sage, butter, shallots and garlic, then lower heat and cook until shallots are tender, about 5 minutes. Serve hot.
From “Avec Eric” by Eric Ripert
Tomorrow: “Speedy, Simple Sides Part II: The Green Beans
More: My Q&A with Eric Ripert
More: My Thanksgiving Chinese Sticky Rice
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Tuesday, 23. November 2010 6:20
A beautiful way of preparing those very flavorful mushrooms!
Cheers,
Rosa
Tuesday, 23. November 2010 6:35
This pictures simply speaks to me. It’s simply gorgeous and the dish in it looks absolutely fantastic.
Tuesday, 23. November 2010 6:46
simple is the hardest to do!
I like parsley with mushrooms.
Tuesday, 23. November 2010 7:52
Oh my gosh these look outstanding. I mean really outstanding. I love sauteed mushrooms of all sorts, but these look just spectacular.
Tuesday, 23. November 2010 8:55
Yum! The color on those is absolutely gorgeous and makes them look slow cooked.
Tuesday, 23. November 2010 8:57
Good idea. I never think of mushrooms as a starring member of a dish.
Tuesday, 23. November 2010 9:28
a perfect side indeed, I love serving mushrooms, so earthy and they compliment any dish..yummy recipe, I need to check my pbs station for Eric’s show..thanks for stopping by, happy thanksgiving!!
sweetlife
Tuesday, 23. November 2010 9:32
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Tuesday, 23. November 2010 10:17
I dunno why I never made mushrooms for Thanksgiving. This is a very easy recipe to whip up in minutes.
Tuesday, 23. November 2010 12:17
I think I can safely say that is this the most gorgeous dish of mushrooms I’ve ever seen! (And I’ve seen my share, lol!) The pairing with sage sounds amazing!
Tuesday, 23. November 2010 14:20
As much as the Chinese in me loves dried shiitake mushrooms (especially the convenience), I must say the delicate fresh flavor of the fresh ones are really wonderful. Love this simple fast dish!
Tuesday, 23. November 2010 14:24
Definite gives a Chinese feel to the Thanksgiving table.
Tuesday, 23. November 2010 15:46
Beautiful dish! I may just have to add it to the menu…
Tuesday, 23. November 2010 15:56
That picture makes my mouth water! I love mushrooms and could eat them alongside just about anything. These look and sound fantastic.
Tuesday, 23. November 2010 15:59
You’ve done those mushrooms so beautifully, I could eat mushrooms on top of anything.
Tuesday, 23. November 2010 16:27
This is the kind of recipe I love love love. Need to get sage and I am ready to try this. Seems to match well with my easy cabbage dish recently – both minimal-ingredient and minimal-effort but deliciousness to the max!
Tuesday, 23. November 2010 16:50
Mushrooms!!! Earthy, meaty and delicious. Pure umami. Side dish? Give me a bowl of brown rice and “dinner is served”. I love Ripert and Avec Eric… do you think a bit of Bourdain has rubbed off on him?
How did I miss the Food Gal interview? Very entertaining. Ciao!
Tuesday, 23. November 2010 18:09
Yum! I have to start buying sage more. It keeps popping up in all these fabulous recipes. This side dish looks simple and delicious, my favorite combo.
Tuesday, 23. November 2010 20:07
This is a terrific side dish! I like the addition of sage to the mushrooms.
Tuesday, 23. November 2010 23:48
Ooh he is Anthony Bourdain’s best friend. I had no idea he was a silver fox like him too!
And I’m forever trying to find good, tasty sides so thankyou!
Wednesday, 24. November 2010 2:59
swoon. ripert is the redemption of the french in my eyes.
Wednesday, 24. November 2010 8:18
For me, this could be the main. Sides – do no justice to these beautiful mushrooms!
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