Shiitake-Miso Gravy

• 1 cup vegetable broth or water
• 2 cups thinly sliced shiitake mushroom caps (2 to 3 ounces)
• 1 to 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil
• 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 rounded tablespoons miso (see Note)
• Freshly ground pepper

1. Combine the broth, mushrooms, ginger to taste, and oil in a small saucepan.
2. Bring to a rapid simmer, then cover and simmer gently for 5 to 7 minutes.
3. In a small container, combine the cornstarch with just enough water to dissolve.
4. Whisk it into the saucepan and cook just until the gravy thickens.
5. Remove from the heat.
6. Combine the miso with 1/4 cup warm water in a small bowl and whisk until smooth.
7. Stir into the gravy.
8. Season with pepper to taste and serve at once, or cover and heat through just before serving.
9. (per 1/4 cup)
10. Calories: 29
11. Total Fat: 1g
12. Protein: 1g
13. Carbohydrates: 3g
14. Fiber: 0g
15. Sodium: 280mg

vegetable broth, shiitake mushroom, fresh ginger, dark sesame oil, cornstarch, freshly ground pepper

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/shiitake-miso-gravy-390597 (may not work)