Sautéed Mushrooms with Mitmita and Garlic Tibs
A vibrant Ethiopian-style mushroom stir-fry seasoned with spicy mitmita and fresh garlic, perfect as a side dish or vegetarian main. This african-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 25 minutes pairs button mushrooms, sliced, garlic cloves, minced, mitmita spice blend for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz button mushrooms, sliced
- 3 tbsp niter kibbeh (Ethiopian spiced clarified butter)
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp mitmita spice blend
- 1 small (1/2 cup) yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp niter kibbeh in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1/2 cup thinly sliced yellow onion and sauté for 4 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp finely chopped fresh rosemary, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 12 oz sliced button mushrooms, 1 tsp mitmita spice blend, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until mushrooms are golden and tender.
- Step 4: Remove skillet from heat and drizzle 1 tbsp lemon juice over the mushrooms, tossing gently to combine and brighten the flavors.
- Step 5: Serve warm as a side dish or over injera for a satisfying vegetarian meal.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Mushrooms with Mitmita and Garlic Tibs take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Sautéed Mushrooms with Mitmita and Garlic Tibs?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep button mushrooms, sliced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Mushrooms with Mitmita and Garlic Tibs?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Sautéed Mushrooms with Mitmita and Garlic Tibs for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Sautéed Mushrooms with Mitmita and Garlic Tibs vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
