A buttery dish of pan-roasted Garlic Mushroom and Baby Potatoes with herbs. So simple and very easy to make with elegant results that make for a delicious side or appetizer.
I can't believe that it has been 4 years since I publish the original post of this Garlic Mushroom and Baby Potatoes recipe, showing a photo of me and Sietema harvesting our very first pot-planted potatoes.
Posted on September 21, 2014
After harvesting my potted potatoes from my container garden, we had a basket full of them in various sizes. This is the first time I tried planting potatoes and in a pot too, it was actually a bit of an experiment for me and I felt amazed while I was digging and kept on finding more and more potatoes inside the container. Can hardly wait for next planting season to plant more potatoes!
Sietema, who supervised the harvesting, and I got some potatoes of really good size but there were also these cute, small baby ones. Which are the perfect size for making this side dish that my sister, Glenda, would ask me to cook from time to time when I was still in the Philippines.
Since I cannot cook it for her anymore, she learned how to make it herself (to impress her friends and boyfriend...I think hehe 🙂 ) and so do my other sisters who are living in Dubai (could be for the same reason..haha!).
This dish is quite easy to make, healthy and is always a big hit at dinners or any occasions.
Looking back at old posts like this makes me realize how much has changed in my life and to the people around me.
Glenda is now married (to the mentioned boyfriend?) and so is our youngest sibling, who just gave birth to my cute nephew. My other sister and her husband who used to live and work in Dubai are now staying in the Philippines with their kids.
Sietema and I are also back to the Philippines with Armin for a year now and I can cook this delicious side dish for my family again.
As I said, this recipe of Pan-roasted Garlic Mushroom and Baby Potatoes is quite easy to make.
I used to make it with fresh basil and rosemary from my herb garden back in Germany but I haven't got the time yet to make a garden in our new place so I had to use dried herbs. Use fresh if you can though as nothing beats the flavor and aroma of fresh herbs being roasted.
I usually boil the (whole) baby potatoes in water for a few minutes first with a little soy sauce so the savory flavor can already seep in as it cooks. Do not overcook them to prevent them from falling apart when you cut them and while cooking them the second time.
You can opt to add the garlic later after the potatoes and mushroom are browned if you like a more intense garlicky taste. Personally, I prefer the garlic to be roasted as well so it does not overpower the subtle flavor of the potatoes and mushroom.
Printable Recipe
Garlic Mushroom and Baby Potatoes
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter or margarine
- 1 head medium garlic - minced
- 2 cups baby potatoes
- 2 cups champignon mushrooms (fresh or canned)
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary (½ teaspoon if dried)
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil - chopped (½ teaspoon if dried)
- 3 tablespoon soy sauce
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Wash potatoes thoroughly and place them in a small pot. Add water enough to cover the top. Pour in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce.
- Boil baby potatoes for 10-15 minutes or just until cooked. Do not overcook potatoes, check by poking one with a toothpick. If it comes through easily then it should be done.
- Cut baby potatoes in halves.
- In a pan or skillet, melt butter over medium heat and saute garlic until tender.
- Add potatoes and mushroom and cook until edges are browned.
- Add rosemary and basil and 1 tablespoon soy sauce and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Remove from pan and transfer to a serving dish. Enjoy as a side to your favorite chicken, pork or beef or as an appetizer.
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Jin says
I visited Tbilisi, Georgia September of 2024 and had taste of one of the local dishes which leaved a marked in my palate. Back in the Middle East, my longing for that dish lead me to a supermarket and picked up some fresh baby potatoes and button mushroom to try and make my own. I then search for the recipe and came across your blog with the photo which is the replica of the dish served in our table.
I love the simplicity of how you presented the recipe and encourages me to prepare the dish even if I'm not a good cook. Many thanks!
Bebs says
I am glad you found our recipe, Jin and hope it did not disappoint. Don't write-off your cooking abilities just yet. You will be surprised how much you can improve any skill as long as you are willing to learn. Everybody has to start somewhere, right? Happy cooking.
Rohena Singh says
Wow fantastic I really enjoyed making something different
Sonya says
It had become my contribution to the Christmas lunch table , for the past 3 years. When we decide what to bring, everyone votes immediately for my potatoes. Thank you for the recipe it is scrumptious!
Ja says
I made this recipe! Though I didn't have rosemary and i used margarine for butter, it was still delicious! I paired it with scrambled eggs. Even my boyfie loved it. thank u!
Barbara says
I am a seafood lover since I was a child.& pasta is a bonus with garlic & butter.This dish is a go to when we have company. 41/2 stars I can't make enough when there is a 6'2"growing 16 year old in the house!
Gwendolyn says
Loved it! My family does have the same appreciation for mushrooms as I do, so I had the whole dish to myself!! Thank you for sharing.
Lawrence says
could baby Bella mushrooms be used instead?
Bebs says
Absolutely!
Diana says
Sooo delicious!! Took it for Christmas dinner and everyone wanted the recipe.
Bebs says
That's great, Diana!
Bob says
Great recipe. Have made it 3 times now. Always a winner
Bebs says
That is great to hear, Bob!
Harry Roy says
Thanks for the yummy recipes.
Happy cooking.
Bebs says
You are welcome, Harry!
Jason says
I made adding ginger and green chilli taste was amazing
Bebs says
sounds interesting...thanks for the 5 stars..
Su - TurtleDoveThoughts says
Wow! Thanks for all the hard work you put into creating this fabulous recipe! I shared it on my blog TurtleDoveThoughts.
Cecil says
Hi! I'd love to make this! Can I bake this instead? Thank you 😊
Bebs says
Sure you can, Cecil.
Mary says
Delicious! Will make again!
Bebs says
Glad you like it, Mary.
Tami says
I did this recipe twice already and counting 🙂 Everybody loves it here at home. Thank you for the detailed and easy to follow instructions. However, we deep-fry first the potatoes after boiling for uniform crispness, then the mushrooms for few minutes separately, before cooking them together with butter plus other ingredients.
Bebs says
I like the idea, Tami! 😘 Thanks for sharing it.
myra magsajo says
looks delicious, i'll try it with bacon also. thanks for sharing your recipe.
Bebs says
Yes, bacon sounds great!
Eva says
I will try this too, for my husby. We are potato lover. Thanks for this recipe madam bebs. 😘🙏
Bebs says
You're welcome, Eva.
Norman Adder says
Bacon goes great with everything!
ShainaC says
Nice recipe! will try to add bacon too. What soysauce do you use?
Bebs says
Hi Shaina, I used dark soy sauce. The bacon sounds great!
Claudia says
This recipe was delicious!
I just added some bacon and it was heaven!
Thanks
Bebs says
Yes, some bacon sounds just about perfect! Thanks Claudia!
Namitha says
Tasty recipe I gave it some heat by adding green chilies.
Bebs says
Sounds great Namitha...thanks for the comment...
Ludi Toedter says
Haven't tried this yet but it looks awesome!!! I know I will love it.
Bebs says
Thanks Ludi...you should try it, I am sure you'll love it.
Ruya says
I just tried this and it’s soooo delicious! I used fresh mushrooms, rosemary, and basil. Great instructions, thanks for sharing.
Bebs says
I am happy you like it, Ruya.
Badri says
Good to cook. Excellent instructions. Added sesame seeds, coriander , costus igneus ( insulin plant leaves) and honey just before taking it off from the flame. Awesome taste. Thanks for sharing.
Bebs says
Sounds great Badri! Thanks for the comment.
Ricardo sy says
Masarap nga man ung recipe mo.
Sonia says
Made this recipe a few days ago, I’m going to make it again. It’s a keeper!
Thank you
Bebs says
I am glad you like it, Sonia.