Stir-Fried Shiitake Mushrooms with Scallions and Ginger

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A simple and fragrant stir-fry of shiitake mushrooms, scallions, and fresh ginger, making a perfect savory side or light brunch dish. This chinese (vegetarian) ready in about 15 minutes pairs fresh shiitake mushrooms, sliced, scallions, sliced, fresh ginger, julienned for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 110 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.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Chinese cuisine 110 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 tbsp julienned fresh ginger and 3 sliced scallions, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 200 g sliced fresh shiitake mushrooms and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until mushrooms are tender and edges start to brown.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and a pinch of white pepper, tossing to coat mushrooms evenly.
  5. Step 5: Cook for an additional 1 minute until sauce slightly thickens and coats the mushrooms.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and serve warm as a savory side or light brunch component.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Shiitake Mushrooms with Scallions and Ginger take to make?

Total time is about 15 minutes (5 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 Stir-Fried Shiitake Mushrooms with Scallions and Ginger?

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 scallions, sliced from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Shiitake Mushrooms with Scallions and Ginger?

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 Stir-Fried Shiitake Mushrooms with Scallions and Ginger 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 Stir-Fried Shiitake Mushrooms with Scallions and Ginger 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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