Mushroom Dengaku

Mushroom Dengaku is a delightful Japanese BBQ dish featuring grilled mushrooms coated in a rich miso glaze, offering a perfect balance of umami flavors and sweetness. This vegetarian treat is both satisfying and healthy, making it an ideal addition to any meal.

Ingredients

• Shiitake mushrooms - 200 grams
• Miso paste - 3 tablespoons
• Mirin - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted
• Cooking oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat your grill or a grill pan over medium heat.
2. Clean the shiitake mushrooms with a damp cloth and remove the stems.
3. In a bowl, mix together the miso paste, mirin, sugar, soy sauce, and sesame oil until smooth to create the glaze.
4. Brush the mushrooms with a little cooking oil and place them on the grill, gill side up.
5. Grill the mushrooms for about 5 minutes, then carefully flip them over.
6. Using a brush, generously apply the miso glaze to the gill side of the mushrooms.
7. Continue grilling for another 5-7 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the glaze is caramelized.
8. Remove the mushrooms from the grill and sprinkle with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants and vitamins from mushrooms.
• Low in calories and high in flavor, making it a healthy choice for weight management.

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