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Sweet And Spicy Gochujang Mushrooms

Sweet and Spicy Gochujang Mushrooms

These flavorful mushrooms coated in a sweet, spicy Korean-inspired sauce are sure to be a hit! They make a quick and easy side dish or topping for grains and noodles.
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 2 Tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 Tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening sauce)

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, whisk together the gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and 2 Tbsp water. Add sliced mushrooms and let marinate 10 minutes up to overnight.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Add mushrooms in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Work in batches if needed.
  • Return all mushrooms to skillet and add garlic. Cook 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Whisk cornstarch into marinade and add to skillet. Cook until thickened to a glaze. Remove from heat and stir in sesame oil.
  • Serve mushrooms over rice, noodles, in sandwiches or wraps, or enjoy as a snack! Store leftovers refrigerated up to 4 days.