These miso marinated mushrooms are a great way to add some umami to your next meal. They're easy to make and they can be used in a variety of dishes. Marinating the mushrooms in miso paste helps to enhance their flavor and gives them a slightly sweet and savory taste. The rice vinegar and soy sauce add a bit of acidity and saltiness, while the mirin adds a touch of sweetness. The sesame oil and ginger add a bit of depth of flavor and the green onion adds a bit of freshness. These mushrooms are perfect for grilling, roasting, or pan-frying and they can be used as a side dish or as an addition to a main course. Try them on top of grilled fish or chicken, or add them to a stir-fry or noodle dish.
Miso marinated mushrooms are a popular dish in Japan. They are often served as a side dish or as an appetizer. The dish is believed to have originated in the Edo period (1603-1868). During this time, miso was a common ingredient in Japanese cuisine. It was used to make soups, stews, and marinades. Miso marinated mushrooms were likely created as a way to use up leftover miso paste. The dish quickly became popular and it is now a staple of Japanese cuisine. Miso marinated mushrooms are a delicious and versatile dish. They can be used in a variety of dishes and they are a great way to add some umami to your next meal.
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 pound cremini mushrooms
1/4 cup white miso paste
1/4 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons mirin
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1 green onion, sliced
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the mushrooms, miso paste, rice vinegar, soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil, ginger, and green onion. Toss to coat.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and cook until softened and browned, about 10 minutes.
Serve the mushrooms immediately.
Why It Works
Marinating the mushrooms in miso paste helps to enhance their flavor and gives them a slightly sweet and savory taste.
The rice vinegar and soy sauce add a bit of acidity and saltiness, while the mirin adds a touch of sweetness.
The sesame oil and ginger add a bit of depth of flavor and the green onion adds a bit of freshness.