30-minute Portobello Mushroom Stir-Fry
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
3
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Calories
161 kcal
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Course
Main Course
30-minute Portobello Mushroom Stir-Fry
Description
The recipe begins by preparing a marinade combining minced garlic and ginger with maple syrup for sweetness, tamari for saltiness, toasted sesame oil, lime juice for acidity, red pepper flakes for heat, and a bit of water to balance. The sliced portobello mushrooms are tossed in this mixture and left to marinate briefly, allowing flavors to infuse.
Vegetables include red bell pepper slices, broccolini, and optional green onion, adding crispness and freshness. The mushrooms are sautéed in sesame oil over medium heat until tender, followed by quickly cooking the prepared vegetables to retain their texture. This method results in a stir-fry with a balance of umami from mushrooms and tamari, brightness from lime, and a hint of sweetness and heat.
The dish is finished with optional toasted sesame seeds and served alongside cooked brown rice or cauliflower rice, adding a hearty or low-carb carbohydrate component. The stir-fry shines for its concentrated marinade flavor and the variety of textures from soft mushrooms and crunchy vegetables.
Ingredients
MARINADE/SAUCE
- 2 cloves garlic (minced // 2 cloves yield ~1 Tbsp)
- 2 tsp ginger minced
- 3-4 Tbsp maple syrup (or agave nectar or coconut sugar)
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes more or less to taste
- 3-4 Tbsp tamari (or soy sauce if not gluten-free // more or less to taste)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil (toasted or untoasted)
- 3 Tbsp lime juice
- 1 Tbsp water
VEGETABLES
- 2 portobello mushroom ~20 g each
- 1 medium red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup broccolini chopped
- 1 cup green onion optional, chopped
FOR SERVING optional
- 4 cups brown rice cooked or cauliflower rice
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook rice (or cauliflower rice) if serving with stir-fry. I prefer this method from Saveur.
- Next, wipe portobello mushrooms clean with a slightly damp towel (do not immerse in water or they will get soggy) and slice into thin strips (see photo).
- Prepare marinade by adding all ingredients to a small mixing bowl and whisking to combine. Taste and adjust flavor as needed, adding more ginger for brightness, lime juice for acidity, tamari for saltiness, red pepper flake for heat, or maple syrup for sweetness.
- Add portobello mushrooms to a large shallow dish, such as a 9x13-inch baking pan, and top with marinade. Gently stir/toss to combine. Set aside to marinate for 10-12 minutes while you prep your vegetables. Toss occasionally to evenly coat.
- Chop vegetables and set aside. Once portobellos have marinated, heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a bit of sesame oil. Then add only as many portobellos as will fit comfortably in the pan (see photo), and sauté for 2-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and slightly seared. You may have to do this in two batches depending on the size of your pan.
- Set portobellos aside and loosely cover to keep warm. Then add red pepper and broccolini to the pan and increase heat to medium-high. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add the green onion (optional) and any remaining portobello marinade and toss to coat. Cook for 1 minute. Then remove from heat and serve immediately. Cooking the vegetables for a short time on very high heat will give them a nice sear and prevent them from getting soggy.
- Enjoy as is or with chili garlic sauce, sesame seeds, or a garnish of chopped green onion. Best when fresh, though leftovers keep in the refrigerator up to 2-3 days. Reheat in the microwave or the stovetop.
Notes
- Nutrition information provided is an estimate and does not include optional toppings or sides.
- Wiping mushrooms clean with a damp cloth prevents sogginess better than rinsing with water.
- Marinate portobello slices for 10-12 minutes, tossing occasionally, to allow the flavors to penetrate without becoming overly wet.
- Adjust the marinade ingredients to taste, balancing ginger, lime, tamari, red pepper flakes, and sweetness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 161 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 161 | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 26.5g | 9% |
| Protein | 6.1g | 12% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7g | 4% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 1040mg | 43% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 15.8g | 32% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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