Sautéed Shiitake Mushrooms with Miso Butter

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Earthy shiitake mushrooms sautéed in a rich miso-infused butter sauce, perfect as a savory side or topping. This japanese-inspired vegetarian (vegetarian) ready in about 17 minutes pairs sliced shiitake mushrooms, unsalted butter, white miso paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 160 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 Japanese cuisine 160 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp unsalted butter with 1 tbsp white miso paste until fully combined; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the miso butter mixture, allowing it to melt and become fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Add 12 oz sliced shiitake mushrooms and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, sautéing for 6-8 minutes until mushrooms are tender and edges begin to caramelize.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1 tsp soy sauce and 1/4 tsp black pepper, cooking for another 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the mushrooms.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat, sprinkle 2 sliced green onions over the top, and serve warm as a side or over steamed rice.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sautéed Shiitake Mushrooms with Miso Butter 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 Miso Butter?

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 Miso Butter?

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 Miso Butter 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 Miso Butter 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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