Description
This creamy mushroom pasta recipe features tender sautéed mushrooms combined with a rich, velvety cream sauce seasoned with soy sauce, dashi powder, and black pepper. Cooked pasta is tossed in the flavorful sauce and finished with butter, fresh chives, and parmesan cheese for an indulgent, comforting vegetarian meal ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 4 servings pasta (of your choice, cooked al-dente)
Mushrooms and Aromatics
- 2 cups mushrooms (of your choice, sliced)
- 2 shallots (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons butter
Seasonings and Sauce
- 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon dashi powder
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cream or milk
- Chives (for garnish)
- Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Prepare the pasta according to the boxed instructions until it is al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside to be added later.
- Sauté mushrooms: Place the sliced mushrooms in a large frying pan and turn the heat to medium-high. Sauté the mushrooms for 2-3 minutes without any oil to release their fragrant aroma and slightly reduce moisture.
- Add butter, soy sauce, and shallots: Add two tablespoons of butter, the soy sauce, and the chopped shallots to the pan. Continue to sauté for another 2-3 minutes until the shallots become translucent and soft.
- Make the cream sauce: Pour in the cream or milk along with black pepper and dashi powder. Stir well and taste; add additional salt if needed, adjusting seasoning to your preference.
- Simmer sauce and combine with pasta: Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer and cook for 2 minutes to thicken slightly. Add the cooked pasta to the pan and mix thoroughly. Cook on high heat for 1-2 minutes, allowing the pasta to soak up the flavorful sauce.
- Finish and serve: Stir in the remaining one tablespoon of butter and fresh chopped chives. Plate the pasta and garnish with grated parmesan cheese to enhance creaminess and add a savory touch.
Notes
- Using medium-high heat to sauté the mushrooms without oil helps intensify their natural umami flavor.
- Dashi powder adds a subtle depth and umami to the sauce but can be omitted or substituted for a vegetarian-friendly broth powder if desired.
- Choose your favorite pasta shape; fettuccine, penne, or spaghetti work well with the creamy mushroom sauce.
- For a lighter version, substitute cream with whole milk or a plant-based milk alternative.
- Ensure to cook pasta just until al dente to prevent it from becoming mushy when combined with the sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
