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A serving of savory Japanese miso mushrooms seasoned perfectly.

Quick Umami Miso Mushrooms

Quick Umami Miso Mushrooms are an easy and flavorful side dish that comes together in under 15 minutes. Earthy mushrooms are coated in a savory miso glaze, perfect for a weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Cremini Mushrooms (or a mix of your favorite variety)
  • 2 tablespoons White Miso Paste
  • 1 tablespoon Mirin
  • 1 teaspoon Soy Sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 teaspoon Toasted Sesame Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Neutral Oil (like canola, vegetable, or grapeseed)
Garnish (Optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Seeds (for garnish, optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Green Onions (thinly sliced, for garnish, optional)

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gently wipe the mushrooms clean with a damp cloth and slice larger ones into bite-sized pieces. Small mushrooms can be left whole or halved.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet or wok, combine miso paste, mirin, and soy sauce over medium heat; stir until the miso paste is dissolved.
  2. Add the neutral oil and prepared mushrooms to the pan, then toss to coat them evenly.
  3. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms soften, release their liquid, and begin to caramelize.
  4. Remove the pan from heat; drizzle in the toasted sesame oil and toss.
  5. Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired, and serve hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the miso sauce. Adjust soy sauce quantity based on desired saltiness. These mushrooms are great as a side dish or added to stir-fries, rice bowls, and noodles.