Korean Style Grilled Mushrooms

Korean Style Grilled Mushrooms are a deliciously savory vegetarian dish, marinated in a rich blend of Korean flavors and grilled to perfection. This dish offers a satisfying umami taste that pairs beautifully with rice and fresh vegetables.

Ingredients

• Shiitake mushrooms - 200 grams
• Button mushrooms - 200 grams
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. Clean the shiitake and button mushrooms with a damp cloth and remove the stems from the shiitake mushrooms.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the sesame oil, soy sauce, gochujang, minced garlic, grated ginger, and black pepper to create the marinade.
3. Add the cleaned mushrooms to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
4. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
5. Once hot, place the marinated mushrooms on the grill, cooking for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until they are tender and have grill marks.
6. During the last minute of grilling, sprinkle the chopped green onions and sesame seeds over the mushrooms.
7. Remove the mushrooms from the grill and serve hot with steamed rice and your favorite side dishes.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from mushrooms, which can support immune health.
• Low in calories and high in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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