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Sauteed Mushrooms and Onions [Hibachi Style] 🍄🧅

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Introducing our Keto Hibachi-Style Sautéed Mushrooms and Onions! This dish is inspired by the traditional Japanese cooking technique and offers a flavorful twist. Our recipe combines perfectly cooked mushrooms and sautéed onions, delivering a satisfying umami taste and a delightful crunch. It's ideal for those following a keto diet or anyone who appreciates the yummy combination of onions and mushrooms. Get ready to enjoy a delicious meal in just a few simple steps!

Sauteed Mushrooms and Onions
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Preparation and cooking overview

This sautéed mushrooms and onions dish is super simple to master. All you have to do is sauté the veggies, add a splash of tamari, cook until they turn golden, and season with salt and pepper. Within 15 minutes, hibachi mushrooms will be ready to serve.

Chef's note

Add shiitake, cremini, or portobello mushrooms to elevate the flavors of these sautéed Japanese mushrooms. Feel free to add some suitable wild mushroom varieties. And here's another flavorful suggestion: add a pinch of garlic powder or a sprinkle of chili flakes to give it an extra kick.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 Minutes
  • Difficulty Level: Easy
  • Recipe Makes 4 Servings

🧅 Ingredients for this hibachi mushrooms and onions recipe

Let's make some keto hibachi mushrooms with the following simple ingredients!

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ½ white onion, thinly sliced or diced
  • 8 ounces button mushrooms, halved or quartered
  • 3 tablespoons tamari
  • ⅛ teaspoon white or black pepper for seasoning
  • Sea salt, to taste

Ingredient substitutions

  • Unsalted butter: Replace it with ghee or coconut oil as a dairy-free option.
  • Onion: Choose any onion, but for a similar taste profile, use shallots.
  • Tamari: Use regular soy sauce or coconut aminos.
  • Button mushrooms: If you can't find button mushrooms, use any other variety like shiitake, cremini, or portobello.

Additional ingredients

Want to elevate the flavor profile of this healthy meal? Here are some keto-friendly optional suggestions:

  • Minced garlic: For extra flavor, get some fresh garlic, mince it, and sauté with onions and mushrooms.
  • Fresh herbs: Sprinkle some chopped fresh herbs like green onions, parsley, thyme, or rosemary for a herbaceous note.
  • Red pepper flakes: If you enjoy a bit of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
  • Sesame seeds: Sprinkle some sesame seeds at the end of cooking. You can also drizzle some aromatic sesame oil at the end.
  • Lemon juice: Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the sautéed veggies just before serving. You can also add lemon zest for a tangy zing.
  • Green pepper: Slice and saute some green bell peppers to give a pop of color to this recipe.

Cooking tools required

To make Sauteed Mushrooms and Onions recipe, you will need the following kitchen tools:

  • 10″ or larger cast iron skillet
  • Chopping board
  • Knife
  • Spatula

Tool substitutes list

  • 10″ or larger cast iron skillet: If you don't have one, use a non-stick skillet, stainless steel skillet, Dutch oven, or oven-safe skillet.

How to make Hibachi Mushrooms and Onions: step-by-step guide

Cooking methods

  • Sautéing

Preparation steps

  1. Gather all the ingredients for the recipe.
  2. Measure them precisely.
  3. Cut or dice the onions.
  4. Halve or quarter the mushrooms.
  5. Set up your cooking area.

Cooking instructions

  1. Melt the butter over medium-high heat in a 10″ or larger cast iron skillet.
  2. Add the onions and mushrooms to the large skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, then add in tamari.
  3. Continue to cook until the sauce almost evaporates and the mushrooms are golden brown. Don't go for overly cooked onions; keep the onions crispy, not soft.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Your umami-rich sautéed-mushrooms and onions are ready to serve.
sauteed mushrooms and onions

Chef's pro tip

Avoid overcrowding the skillet with too many veggies at once. Instead, cook the vegetables in batches to ensure they cook evenly and develop a delicious caramelized exterior.

What to serve with hibachi mushrooms?

How to make it healthier?

  • Reduce the sodium content of the recipe by using low-sodium tamari or soy sauce.
  • Season the dish with herbs, spices, and citrus flavors instead of relying solely on salt.

Time-saving tips

  • Buy pre-cut mushrooms and onions.

Storage and reheating instructions

For storage

Let the hibachi mushrooms and onions cool completely, transfer them to an airtight container or resealable bag, and store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days.

For reheating

  • Stovetop: Reheat the leftovers in a skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until warmed.
  • Microwave: Put the leftovers in a microwave-safe dish, cover it with a microwave-safe lid or wrap, and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until thoroughly heated.

Recipe wrap-up conclusion

Hibachi style is a remarkable Japanese cooking approach. Using common veggies, we've put a keto-friendly spin on it with our Hibachi Sautéed Mushrooms and Onions recipe. The great news? You can whip up this low-carb stir-fry right in your kitchen with one skillet. In only 15 minutes, these delectable mushrooms are ready to enjoy.

So, what are you waiting for? Give this easy mushroom side dish a try and get amazed. Also, feel free to share your creation on social media and inspire others to make this easy, simple, but flavorful dish.

Love mushrooms so much? Here are some keto mushroom recipes at CIK that you will make repeatedly!

Frequently asked questions

While button mushrooms are commonly used, you can experiment with different mushroom varieties like shiitake, cremini, or portobello.

Benihana or teppanyaki mushrooms are all the same name as hibachi mushrooms, so feel free to use any variety you want.

Fresh mushrooms are recommended for the best texture and flavor, but you can also use frozen mushrooms. However, the taste may vary.

It can be due to overcrowding the skillet. So, cook them in batches, allowing enough space between them for proper browning.

Using insufficient fat or cooking on high heat can cause the veggies to stick to the skillet. So, add an adequate amount of butter or oil to prevent sticking.

The dish can taste bland when you don't season the dish adequately. So, seasoning well is the key to a flavorful dish.

📖 Recipe

sauteed mushrooms and onions

Sauteed Mushrooms and Onions

These Hibachi Style Sauteed Mushrooms and Onions make a great healthy and easy side dish recipe or a topping for steaks.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: hibachi mushrooms, keto hibachi mushrooms
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 102kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter dairy-free if desired
  • ½ white onion thinly sliced or diced
  • 8 ounces button mushrooms halved or quartered
  • 3 tablespoons tamari
  • ⅛ teaspoon pepper white or black
  • Sea salt to taste
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Instructions

  • Melt the butter over medium-high heat in a 10″ or larger cast iron skillet.
  • Add the onions and mushrooms to the large skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, then add in tamari.
  • Continue to cook until the sauce almost evaporates and the mushrooms are golden brown. Don't go for overly cooked onions; keep the onions crispy, not soft.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Your umami-rich sautéed-mushrooms and onions are ready to serve.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Sauteed Mushrooms and Onions
Amount Per Serving
Calories 102 Calories from Fat 81
% Daily Value*
Fat 9g14%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Cholesterol 23mg8%
Sodium 759mg33%
Potassium 229mg7%
Carbohydrates 4g1%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 262IU5%
Vitamin C 2mg2%
Calcium 8mg1%
Iron 1mg6%
*

Nutritional values are estimates only and do not include carbs from sugar alcohols.

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