Around the Campfire
Sauteed mushrooms are a small side that makes burgers, steak, patty melts, and breakfast scrambles feel more complete.
Why This Recipe Works
Mushrooms need space and medium heat. The Blackstone lets them brown instead of steaming, and garlic butter finishes them at the end.
Quick Facts
- Serves: 4
- Heat zone: Medium
- Best for: Steak, burgers, patty melts, breakfast add-ins
- Teaches: Mushroom browning
Shopping List
- Mushrooms
- Butter
- Garlic
- Salt and pepper
Home Prep
Clean and slice mushrooms before the trip if using them early.
Cooler Packing
Keep mushrooms dry in a sealed container. Keep butter cold.
Equipment
- Blackstone griddle
- Spatula
- Tongs
Heat Zones
Use medium heat and give the vegetables room to caramelize rather than steam.
Ingredients
- 1 pound mushrooms, cleaned and sliced
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the griddle to medium.
- Add mushrooms in a single layer.
- Cook until browned and tender.
- Add garlic and butter near the end.
- Season and serve.
Doneness
Mushrooms should be browned and tender.
Common Mistakes
- Crowding the mushrooms.
- Adding garlic too early.
- Stirring before browning starts.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with steak, burgers, chicken, eggs, or patty melts.
Variations
- Add 1/2 small onion, thinly sliced (optional, cook with mushrooms from the start).
- Add 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional, add at the end).
- Finish with a splash of steak sauce (optional).
Dietary Adaptations
- Gluten-free: As written if sauces are verified.
- Dairy-free: Use oil or dairy-free butter.
- Vegan: Use oil or plant-based butter.
Scaling
Cook in batches so mushrooms brown properly.
Weather Notes
Wind can slow browning. Keep batches smaller.
Leftovers
Use leftovers in omelets, wraps, bowls, patty melts, or hash.
Kid Helper Tasks
Kids can sprinkle parsley or help set toppings.
Dragonfly Tip
Mushrooms need room. If they are piled up, they steam.
Dragonfly Challenge
Try one batch plain and one with onions. Pick the better camp topping.