Miso-Glazed Hidden Veggie Stir-Fry
A vibrant stir-fry where hidden vegetables like zucchini and mushrooms are infused with umami miso and sesame, creating a dish that's both healthy and deeply flavorful. This japanese-inspired vegetarian (gluten-free) ready in about 20 minutes pairs medium zucchini, mushrooms, carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 1 medium zucchini
- 8 oz mushrooms
- 1/2 cup carrots
- 2 tbsp miso paste
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/2 tsp ginger
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Thinly slice 1 medium zucchini into half-moons, trim 8 oz mushrooms, and cut 1/2 cup carrots into matchsticks.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp miso paste, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp brown sugar, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1/2 tsp grated ginger until smooth.
- Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over high heat until smoking.
- Step 4: Add zucchini, mushrooms, and carrots in a single layer and stir-fry for 3 minutes until vegetables begin to soften and develop slight char marks.
- Step 5: Pour miso glaze over vegetables and toss constantly for 2 minutes until the sauce bubbles and coats all ingredients evenly.
- Step 6: Cook for 1 more minute until vegetables are tender-crisp and sauce has thickened to a glossy finish that clings to the veggies.
- Step 7: Remove from heat immediately to prevent overcooking, as the residual heat will finish cooking the vegetables without making them mushy.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Miso-Glazed Hidden Veggie Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (12 min prep + 8 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 Miso-Glazed Hidden Veggie 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 medium zucchini from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Hidden Veggie 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 Miso-Glazed Hidden Veggie Stir-Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Miso-Glazed Hidden Veggie Stir-Fry gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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Substituted chicken for tofu and it worked beautifully.
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Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
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Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
