Splash oftamarior soy sauce or coconut aminos (preferably low sodium)
Dash ofpaprika
Dash ofgarlic powder
Drizzle ofolive oilor avocado oil (optional)
For the bowl:
16ouncesmushroomscleaned, trimmed, and sliced
3tablespoons tamarior soy sauce or coconut aminos (preferably low sodium)
1.5tablespoonsdate syrupor maple syrup, or agave
1tablespoonwater
2clovesgarlicminced
3Calabrian chili peppersor red chili pepper, minced (optional)
1green onionthinly sliced (green and white parts)
For the optional green miso sauce:
1cupraw walnutsor raw cashews, or sunflower seeds
2cupskale leavesor baby spinach or arugula
2cupsfresh basil leaves
1 ½tablespoonsmellow miso(white miso)
2large clovesgarlic
½teaspoonmustard powderoptional
2smalllemonsjuice
¾cupwater
1 to 2Medjool datespitted
For serving:
1cupcooked barleyor quinoa, farro, or rice
Dash ofsesame seedsfor garnish
Instructions
Optional for roasted edamame*:
Preheat the oven to 400ºF.
Season and roast: Toss the edamame with the seasonings, tamari, and oil (if using). Roast for about 15 minutes, tossing them after 10 minutes so they cook evenly. (Line the baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat if not using oil.)
For the bowl:
Prepare a wok or saucepan with boiling water. Blanch the mushrooms in batches in the water for about 2 minutes. Drain using a spider or slotted spoon and transfer them to a plate.
Cook aromatics: Empty the water from the wok. Place the wok over medium heat and add the tamari, date syrup, water, garlic, red chili pepper, and scallions. Cook them for about 4 minutes, or until the garlic is fragrant, stirring frequently. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the mushrooms. Cook them in the sauce for 2 minutes more. Stir to coat them evenly with the sauce.
Make the sauce:
Transfer the walnuts, kale, basil, miso, garlic, lemon juice, water, and dates to a blender. Blend on high until mostly smooth.
For serving:
Serve roasted edamame and mushrooms over barley. Top with a generous drizzle of the green miso sauce.
Notes
Skip roasting the edamame and cook them with the mushrooms in the stir-fry sauce instead.Green Miso Sauce: This addition is optional, but I highly recommend it for a boost of flavor and an easy way to sneak more greens into your meals. Soak the dates in hot water for 5 minutes before blending for a smoother sauce. For a nut-free sauce alternative, try this 5-minute Hemp Seed Dressing instead.For more protein, add a generous sprinkle of hemp hearts for serving.