Sautéed Shiitake Mushrooms with Garlic and Sesame

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Earthy shiitake mushrooms sautéed with garlic and finished with a nutty sesame touch make a simple yet flavorful vegetarian dish. This asian-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 17 minutes pairs sliced shiitake mushrooms, minced garlic cloves, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 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.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 12 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 120 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, ensuring the garlic does not brown.
  2. Step 2: Add 12 ounces of sliced shiitake mushrooms to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for 6-7 minutes until the mushrooms soften and the edges turn lightly golden.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 1 tablespoon soy sauce and sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; stir well and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the mushrooms.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and garnish with 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced green onions before serving warm.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Shiitake Mushrooms with Garlic and Sesame take to make?

Total time is about 17 minutes (5 min prep + 12 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 Sautéed Shiitake Mushrooms with Garlic and Sesame?

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 sliced shiitake mushrooms from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Shiitake Mushrooms with Garlic and Sesame?

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 Sautéed Shiitake Mushrooms with Garlic and Sesame 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 Sautéed Shiitake Mushrooms with Garlic and Sesame 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.

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