Miso Mushroom Pasta with Konjac Noodles

This recipe for Miso Mushroom Pasta with Konjac noodles is the ultimate umami dish. If you are in the mood something salty and savory then this recipe is a must.  Hearty mushrooms and fiber-rich konjac noodles are smothered in a tangy miso sauce for a satisfying, blood-sugar balancing dish.

This pasta dish makes a nice lunch or dinner alternative. Serve with this Tomato Avocado Cucumber salad and you’re all set.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe For Miso Mushroom Pasta With Konjac Noodles

• This pasta recipe won’t spike your blood sugar like typical wheat-based pasta dishes.
• These noodles are no-cook noodles so your meal comes together really fast. Just give them a quick rinse and they are ready to go.
• This pasta dish is easily customizable so you can make it with your favorite veggies.

Ingredients To Make Miso Mushroom Pasta

• Olive oil – I always cook with extra virgin olive oil
• Mushrooms – King, trumpet or shiitake mushrooms are all good options.
• Garlic – I minced fresh garlic, it tastes way better than jarred garlic.
• Shallot – I used one shallot, sliced thin.
• Angel hair miracle noodles – These are gluten free, paleo noodles made from the konjac root. Konjac is a root vegetable.
• Miso paste – I recommend using white miso paste.
• Coconut aminos – This is a soy sauce alternative.
• Water – All you need is a touch of filtered water.
• Spices – I sprinkled in salt, black pepper and Aleppo pepper.
• Parsley – I added a touch of fresh parsley over the noodles as garnish.

Equipment Needed To Make Miso Mushroom Pasta

• cast iron skillet
• measuring cup and spoons

How To Make Miso Mushroom Pasta

1. Heat olive oil on medium heat in a cast iron skillet.
2. Add mushrooms and cook until golden brown.
3. Add shallots and garlic and cook 3-4 minutes or until soft.
4. Combine miso, coconut aminos, water and olive oil and stir well to combine.
5. Toss miracle noodles into the pan and mix well to coat with the miso mixture so all the noodles are coated.
6. Season with salt, black pepper and Aleppo pepper.
7. Garnish with parsley and enjoy!

Storage

Leftovers of this pasta dish can be stored in the fridge for a few days in an airtight container.

Pro Tips

Here are a few things you can do to ensure your miso mushroom konjac pasta works out well:

• Keep a stash of konjac noodles on hand so you can easily make up this dish. If you don’t have mushrooms you can substitute another vegetable.
• Miso paste keeps a long time so it is always good to have a container in the fridge.
• You can also use a combination of fresh and dehydrated mushrooms.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of noodle?

Any kind of noodle or pasta will work but the objective of using konjac, miracle noodles is so that the dish is gluten free, keto and paleo. This will ensure a steady blood sugar.

Can I use different vegetables?

If you aren’t too keen on mushrooms, you can use any combination of vegetables you like.

What can I substitute for coconut aminos?

Coconut aminos are a specialty item that you may have to pick up at a health food store. If you can’t find any you can substitute gluten free tamari.

 

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