Creamy Garlic Mushroom Stew
This creamy garlic mushroom stew is rich, earthy, and deeply comforting. Tender mushrooms simmer in a velvety garlic-infused cream sauce with herbs, creating a hearty vegetarian stew that feels luxurious yet simple. Perfect for chilly evenings, served with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Total time: ~40 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients
2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
5–6 garlic cloves, minced
500 g mushrooms, sliced (button, cremini, or mixed)
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
1½ cups vegetable stock
¾ cup cream (or half-and-half / oat cream)
1 tsp fresh thyme or ½ tsp dried
½ tsp dried oregano
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Optional additions
1 tbsp soy sauce or Parmesan rind
½ cup peas or spinach
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Saute aromatics
Heat olive oil or butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft and translucent (5–6 minutes).
Add garlic
Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant (do not brown).
Cook mushrooms
Add mushrooms and cook 7–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release moisture and turn golden.
Thicken base
Sprinkle flour over mushrooms and stir well. Cook 1 minute to remove raw flour taste.
Add liquid
Slowly pour in vegetable stock while stirring. Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Make it creamy
Lower heat and stir in cream, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently for 10 minutes until rich and creamy.
Finish & serve
Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Tips for Best Results
Use mixed mushrooms for deeper flavor
Don’t overcrowd mushrooms—let them brown properly
Add cream at low heat to prevent splitting
Serve with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or buttered rice
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this vegan?
Yes. Use olive oil and plant-based cream.
Can I make it gluten-free?
Yes. Replace flour with cornstarch slurry (1 tsp cornstarch + water).
Can I store leftovers?
Yes. Refrigerate up to 3 days. Reheat gently.
Can I add protein?
Yes. White beans, chickpeas, or tofu work beautifully.
Variations
Creamy mushroom & spinach stew
Mushroom potato garlic stew
Mushroom leek stew
Italian-style with Parmesan & basil
Nutritional Information
Calories: 310 kcal
Protein: 8 g
Fat: 22 g
Carbohydrates: 18 g
Fiber: 4 g