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miso pasta

Miso Pasta

A quick and flavorful pasta dish featuring seared mushrooms and a creamy miso sauce, perfect for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 2 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • Colander
  • Mixing Spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz. mushrooms (cremini, shiitake, or wild mix)
  • 2 each scallions (green onions)
  • 6 oz. dried bucatini pasta (or linguine, spaghetti)
  • 3 Tbsp unsalted butter (vegan butter works too)
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 Tbsp white miso paste (shiro miso)
  • 2 tsp sriracha adjust to your spice preference
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese finely grated (use vegetarian or vegan alternatives if preferred)
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the mushrooms and scallions: rinse the mushrooms and slice evenly. Slice the white and light green parts of the scallions for cooking and finely mince the dark green tops for garnishing.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the bucatini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Before draining, reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
  • While the pasta cooks, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms in a single layer without oil and sear until browned, about 5-8 minutes. Lower the heat and let rest for another minute.
  • Push the mushrooms to the edges of the pan. In the center, add the butter, garlic, and white parts of the scallions. Cook for about a minute until fragrant, then stir to combine with the mushrooms.
  • Add the miso paste, sriracha, and about two-thirds of the reserved pasta water to the skillet. Whisk together until smooth and creamy.
  • Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat with the sauce and mushrooms. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and the minced dark green scallion parts, adding more pasta water if needed.
  • Season with freshly ground black pepper and additional Parmesan if desired. Serve hot.

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Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of water or plant-based milk.
Keyword Quick Meal