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Tamarind Glazed Mushrooms Recipe

Tamarind Glazed Mushrooms

Sweet, sour, and umami flavors combine in these tamarind glazed mushrooms. This vegan dish transforms simple mushrooms into a gourmet appetizer or side, perfect over rice, salads, or as a standalone treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 3 Servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian Fusion, Plant-Based, vegan
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound mixed mushrooms shiitake, cremini, oyster
  • 2 –3 tablespoons tamarind paste
  • 1 –2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 –3 minced garlic cloves
  • 1 –2 teaspoons neutral cooking oil vegetable or canola
  • Optional garnishes: sliced scallions sesame seeds

Method
 

  1. Clean mushrooms gently with a damp cloth and slice evenly.
  2. Heat a skillet over high heat and add a thin layer of oil. Arrange mushrooms in a single layer.
  3. Let mushrooms sit undisturbed for 2–3 minutes to develop a golden-brown crust.
  4. Whisk tamarind paste with water, brown sugar, and soy sauce to make the glaze.
  5. Add minced garlic to the pan and cook 30 seconds until aromatic.
  6. Pour in the tamarind glaze and cook 3–4 minutes, stirring to coat mushrooms and thicken the sauce.
  7. Adjust glaze thickness with water if needed. Remove from heat once mushrooms are glossy and caramelized.
  8. Garnish with scallions or sesame seeds if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Choose hearty mushrooms like shiitake, cremini, or portobello for best flavor and texture. Avoid washing mushrooms directly; clean gently to preserve moisture and prevent sogginess. Serve over rice, grains, or as a side to plant-based mains. Adjust tamarind and sugar balance to taste for more tartness or sweetness. The glaze can be made ahead and reheated gently for convenience.