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Mixed Mushroom Freekeh Bowl with Chili Lime Tahini Dressing

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A hearty and flavorful bowl combining nutty freekeh, savory mushrooms, and a zesty chili lime tahini dressing for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Dry grains and liquids

  • 1 cup freekeh, uncooked
  • 2 cups water
  • Pinch salt

Tahini and dressings

  • 0.5 cup tahini
  • 1 lime juice of 1 lime
  • 0.5 tbsp gochujang or Korean chili paste
  • 0.5 tbsp chili crisp or chili oil
  • 0.5 tbsp maple syrup or other sweetener (adjust to taste)
  • 0.5 tbsp soy sauce (to taste)
  • 0.25 cup room temperature water (adjust to desired consistency)

Vegetables and toppings

  • 6 scallions scallions, sliced (root ends trimmed)
  • 6 tbsp neutral oil (e.g., avocado oil)
  • 0.25 tsp kosher salt (or more to taste)
  • 0.5 tsp Chinese five spice powder
  • 12.5 oz mushrooms of choice (e.g., baby Bella, oyster, shimeji)
  • 1 tbsp vegan butter
  • 1 small shallot (halved and thinly sliced)
  • 1 tbsp white miso paste

Additional toppings

  • to taste salt and pepper
  • as needed cooked lentils
  • as desired grated or fresh vegetables (lettuce, carrots, tomatoes, etc.)
  • as desired nuts and seeds
  • as needed crispy fried shallots (makes all the difference)
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions 

  • Cook the freekeh in water with a pinch of salt until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Prepare the mushrooms by sautéing with vegan butter, shallots, salt, and five spice until browned and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
  • Whisk together tahini, lime juice, gochujang, chili oil, maple syrup, soy sauce, and water to make the chili lime tahini dressing.
  • Assemble bowls with cooked freekeh, sautéed mushrooms, fresh vegetables, lentils, and drizzle with dressing. Garnish with scallions, toasted sesame seeds, and crispy shallots.

Notes

For extra crunch, add toasted nuts or seeds and crispy shallots on top.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion
Keyword: Mushrooms