Portobello mushroom Stir Fry

Ingredients

MARINADE/SAUCE

  • 1 cloves garlic chopped
  • 2 tsp minced ginger
  • 1.5 Tbsp maple syrup
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1.5 Tbsp soy sauce
  • ½ Tbsp sesame oil
  • 1.5 Tbsp lime juice
  • ⅕ Tbsp water

VEGETABLES

  • Portobello mushrooms
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup chopped broccoli
  • 1 cup chopped sprint onions

Directions

  1. 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).

  2. Prepare marinade by adding all ingredients to a small mixing bowl and whisking to combine. Taste and adjust flavour as needed, adding more ginger for brightness, lime juice for acidity, tamari for saltiness, red pepper flake for heat, or maple syrup for sweetness.

  3. Add portobello mushrooms to a large shallow dish, 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.