This miso soy king oyster mushroom recipe is an easy, delicious dish that can elevate any meal. The miso soy marinade imparts some of the most popular Asian flavors on one of the best types of mushrooms (I am admittedly biased). With its unique shape and texture, king oyster mushrooms are the best plant-based substitutes for scallops. Most people won't even be able to tell the difference!
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What is king oyster mushroom?
You'll find king oyster mushrooms (also known as trumpet mushrooms) at most Asian grocery stores. They're easily distinguishable by their thick stems. When cooked down, the flesh has the texture and bite similar to an actual scallop. This is what makes these mushrooms great as a plant-based scallop substitute once you've sliced the mushrooms into one-inch coins.
I especially love adding these mushrooms into any vegetarian or vegan dish since they're so hearty. Plant-based meals are becoming increasingly popular in Asian cuisine, and if you're on the lookout for more vegetarian/vegan meals, check out my vegan jajangmyeon (Korean black bean noodles) or 15-minute air fryer salt and pepper tofu.
Ingredients
- King oyster mushrooms
- Miso paste: Use a white miso paste as a red miso paste has been fermented for longer and tends to be saltier. White miso is more delicate and easily adaptable to recipes.
- Soy sauce: If you have a low-sodium soy sauce, I'd recommend using that instead. For a gluten-free option, use tamari.
- Rice vinegar
- Sesame oil
- Ginger
- Garlic
- Sugar
- Vegetable broth: Opt for the low sodium options
- Scallions
- White sesame seeds (optional)
Step-by-step instructions
- Wash mushrooms thoroughly, use a brush to scrub off any dirt. Slice into one-inch coins. Create a criss-cross pattern on the top of the mushrooms.
- Mince garlic and ginger. Whisk together miso paste, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and sugar in a bowl. The consistency will be thick, but still runny.
- Pour the mixture over the sliced mushrooms and ensure each piece is coated. Let sit for 15-30 minutes in a covered bowl.
- Heat up olive oil (or vegan butter if you want more flavor) in a pan and add in more minced garlic. Sauté for 30-45 seconds and add the mushroom slices to the hot pan.
- Cook one side for 5 minutes, flip and cook for another 3-5 minutes. Deglaze with ¼ cup of vegetable broth and let simmer until broth has cooked down.
- Add in a handful of chopped scallion and let cook for another 30 seconds.
- Move to a pan and sprinkle with extra scallion and white sesame seeds.
What can I eat miso soy mushrooms with?
While king oyster mushrooms are hearty in their own right, they make a great side dish on their own. For a more filling meal, eat these over a bed of white rice or over some hot or cold soba noodles. To add more protein, add in shelled edamame, grated carrots, and purple cabbage for some crunch.
📖 Recipe
Miso Soy King Oyster Mushroom (Vegan Scallops)
Ingredients
- 3 king oyster mushrooms
Miso Soy Marinade
- 1 inch ginger (minced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoon white miso paste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- ½ tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Pan Sear Portion
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (sub vegan butter)
- 2 clove garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup vegetable broth (low sodium)
- 1 stalk scallion (chopped)
- ½ tablespoon white sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Slice king oyster mushrooms into 1 inch thick rounds. Make a criss-cross pattern onto the top.
- Whisk together miso paste, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic to make the marinade. Pour over the sliced mushroom and let marinade for at least 15 minutes to an hour.
- Heat up pan and add olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Place mushroom rounds in, cook the first side for 5 minutes or until seared.
- Flip mushrooms and cook the other side for 3-5 minutes. Add in ¼ cup of vegetable broth to deglaze the pan and let simmer until liquid has evaporated.
- Add in chopped scallions and cook down for about 20 seconds.
- Serve and top with extra scallions and white sesame seeds.
Sue says
What a delicious vegan alternative for scallops!
Alexandra says
Such a delicious, tasty vegan option!
Jean says
Delicious recipe, made this for lunch and paired it with my garlic rice.
Freya says
These were so delicious and a great vegan meat alternative!
Liz says
Huge hit with the family!
Emily Flint says
Such a delicious option for a luxury meal!
Veronika Sykorova says
These look amazing! I've wanted to try "vegan scallops" for so long! Can't wait to give these a try, pinning the recipe for later.
Rob says
Love this and can't wait to make it!
Chef Dennis says
This miso soy king oyster mushroom looks absolutely scrumptious! I barely use king oyster mushroom but seeing this recipe, it might be added to my favorites.
Aya says
These vegan scallops are perfect for parties and gatherings!
Linda says
Love miso and this mushroom tastes so delicious!
Marta says
Delicious flavor and the texture was exactly like a scallop. So good!
Anna says
I was so impressed with this recipe! Made it for my vegan friends few days ago and we all LOVED it!
Leslie says
What a great idea!!
Jenny says
This is a wow recipe! I dislike real scallops, but I am all for vegan king oyster mushroom scallops! This is a wonderful post and recipe; I am making these as soon as I find the fabulous mushrooms. Thank you so much for showing how good vegan food can be.
Tammy says
Oh wow! This looks like the real deal! Sounds so delicious..I love this vegan option. I personally love scallops but my family doesn't care for them too much so this is a great alternative for them.
Natalia says
I love miso but have never tried king oyster mushrooms. The combination looks so flavorful and delicious. Thanks for the inspiration, I will definitely be trying this.
Andrea White says
This looks delicious! I haven't tried scallops before so this will be a first! Can't wait to try it!
Oscar says
Everyone loved these mushrooms.
Tristin says
I made these King Oyster Mushrooms for some friends over the weekend, only one was vegan. We loved them and can't wait to make them again.
Andréa Janssen says
Sounds and looks very delicious!
Jeannie says
Perfect for meatless mondays! Very tasty too.
Moop Brown says
Mushrooms are one of my favorite foods and I love the way they are used here for this recipe as a vegan alternative- thanks for sharing!
Chef Dennis says
Yum! This dish is really yummy. We are planning to have it again.
Addie says
The flavors in this oyster dish are delicious!
Agnieszka says
I've heard of using oyster mushroom to mimic scallops before and I'm so glad that I found this recipe! Can't wait to try!
Mama Maggie's Kitchen says
Oh my word! I need this in my life. I have to rethink dinner tonight. lol.