Japanese-Inspired Miso-Glazed Snow Pea and Mushroom Stir Fry
A savory stir fry featuring snow peas and shiitake mushrooms glazed in a rich miso sauce with a hint of sweetness. This japanese-inspired stir fry (vegetarian) ready in about 20 minutes pairs snow peas, trimmed, shiitake mushrooms, sliced, white miso paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups snow peas, trimmed
- 1 1/2 cups shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp mirin
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp chopped scallions
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons white miso paste, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon mirin until smooth and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
- Step 3: Add 2 cups trimmed snow peas and 1 1/2 cups sliced shiitake mushrooms to the skillet. Stir fry for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp and mushrooms begin to brown.
- Step 4: Reduce heat to medium, pour the miso glaze over the vegetables, and add 2 teaspoons sesame oil. Toss continuously for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the vegetables.
- Step 5: Remove from heat, sprinkle 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds and 2 tablespoons chopped scallions over the dish before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Japanese-Inspired Miso-Glazed Snow Pea and Mushroom Stir Fry take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Japanese-Inspired Miso-Glazed Snow Pea and Mushroom Stir Fry?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep snow peas, trimmed from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Japanese-Inspired Miso-Glazed Snow Pea and Mushroom Stir Fry?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Japanese-Inspired Miso-Glazed Snow Pea and Mushroom Stir Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Japanese-Inspired Miso-Glazed Snow Pea and Mushroom Stir Fry vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
