Sautéed mushrooms are marinated in a rich, aromatic blend of soy sauce, fresh ginger, garlic, and rice vinegar, infusing every bite with tangy, salty, and slightly sweet depth. Serve them warm, room temperature, or chilled—great on their own, over grains, tucked into lettuce cups, or atop toast.
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Yields4 ServingsPrep Time10 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time20 mins
12ozcremini or shiitake mushrooms, cleaned and quartered
1tbspneutral oil (like grapeseed or avocado)
2tbspsoy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1tbsprice vinegar
1tsptoasted sesame oil
1tbspfresh ginger, grated
1clovegarlic, minced
½tspmaple syrup or brown sugar
1scallion, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
Optional: pinch of chili flakes or ½ tsp gochugaru for a mild kick
For Garnish (optional)
Toasted sesame seeds
Extra scallion greens
Microgreens or fresh cilantro
Sauté the Mushrooms
1
Heat neutral oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are:
Golden brown
Tender
Have released most of their moisture (~5–7 minutes)
Make the Marinade
2
In a medium bowl, whisk together:
Soy sauce
Rice vinegar
Sesame oil
Ginger
Garlic
Maple syrup
Chili flakes (if using)
Scallion whites
Marinate the Mushrooms
3
While mushrooms are still warm, toss them into the marinade and stir well to coat.
Let sit for 20–30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Can be marinated longer for deeper flavor.
Serve warm, room temp, or chilled.
Garnish & Serve
4
Transfer mushrooms to a serving bowl or plate.
Garnish with:
Scallion greens
Toasted sesame seeds
Optional herbs like cilantro or microgreens
Tips for Success
5
Avoid overcrowding the pan—sauté mushrooms in batches if needed for proper browning.
Want extra chew and body? Use a mix of shiitake, oyster, and king trumpet mushrooms.
Marinated mushrooms keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Variations
6
Add a splash of mirin or ponzu for sweetness and brightness.
Toss in blanched green beans or edamame for a bulked-up side.
Fold into a soba noodle salad with sesame dressing for a light main.
Suggested Pairings
7
Drink with: Cold sake, green tea, or a crisp pilsner
Serve with: Steamed rice, soba noodles, or as a topping on avocado toast or ramen
