Cook-time chart

Mushroom cook time chart

Pick a mushroom and method. If a pair is not listed, use the closest texture match.

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MushroomMethodTimeHeatFatDone when
Button / creminiPan sauté8–10 minMedium-high1 tbsp oil per 8 oz / 225 gDeep brown edges, no pooled water.
Button / creminiAir fryer10–12 min390°F / 200°C2 tsp oil per 8 oz / 225 gShrunk, browned, lightly crisp.
OysterPan sauté7–9 minMedium-high1 tbsp oil per 8 oz / 225 gLacy edges turn golden and tender.
OysterAir fryer8–10 min375°F / 190°C2 tsp oil per 8 oz / 225 gEdges crisp, centers still juicy.
Lion's manePan sear10–14 minMedium1 tbsp oil, butter at finishPressed slices are browned and meaty.
Lion's maneAir fryer10–12 min375°F / 190°CLight oil sprayGolden ridges, firm bite.
EnokiPan quick cook2–4 minMedium-high1 tsp oilJust wilted; stems still springy.
EnokiBroil3–5 minHigh broilSauce or 1 tsp oilTips browned, bundles softened.
ShiitakePan sauté6–8 minMedium-high1 tbsp oil per 8 oz / 225 gCaps browned; stems removed or very tender.
ShiitakeSoup simmer10–15 minGentle simmerNone requiredCaps are silky and broth smells savory.
PortobelloGrill / pan sear8–12 minMedium-highBrush with oilFlexible, browned, juices released.
PortobelloOven roast15–20 min425°F / 220°CBrush with oilTender center, browned rim.