Vegetarian Cabbage Mushroom Sauté (Printable)
Tender cabbage and earthy mushrooms cooked with herbs and garlic for a flavorful vegetarian skillet dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 medium head green cabbage, cored and thinly sliced
02 - 9 oz cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
03 - 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Oils & Fats
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Seasoning & Herbs
06 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
07 - Salt, to taste
08 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
→ Optional Additions
10 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
# How to Make It:
01 - Warm olive oil in a large sauté pan or skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
02 - Add sliced onions to the pan. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
04 - Add sliced mushrooms to the pan. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5–6 minutes until they release their moisture and begin to brown.
05 - Stir in sliced cabbage and thyme. Toss well to combine. Sauté for 8–10 minutes, stirring frequently, until cabbage is tender-crisp.
06 - Season generously with salt and pepper. Add lemon juice or vinegar if desired for brightness. Remove from heat.
07 - Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It turns humble ingredients into something elegant enough for guests
- The texture balance between tender cabbage and meaty mushrooms feels deeply satisfying
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- Overcrowding the pan will steam the vegetables instead of sautéing them, so use a large enough skillet or cook in batches
- Adding salt too early can make the cabbage release too much liquid and become soggy
03 -
- Slice the cabbage thinly and evenly so everything cooks at the same rate
- Pat the mushrooms dry before cooking if they seem especially wet, helping them brown better