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Tex-Mex Shiitake Mushroom Fajita Pasta

Name: Tex-Mex Shiitake Mushroom Fajita Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: Shiitake Mushroom, 2 cups cleaned and sliced; Linguine, 400 g cooked al dente; Olive Oil, 2 tablespoons; Yellow Onion, 1 medium thinly sliced; Red Bell Pepper, 1 thinly sliced; Green Bell Pepper, 1 thinly sliced; Garlic Cloves, 2 minced; Chili Powder, 1 teaspoon; Cumin, 1/2 teaspoon; Cayenne Pepper, 1/4 teaspoon; Tomato Paste, 1 tablespoon; Vegetable Broth, 1 cup; Monterey Jack Cheese, 1 cup shredded; Fresh Cilantro, for garnish; Salt, to taste

Category Main Course

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Style Fusion

Technique Sautéing

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily Recipe: July 06, 2025

The vibrant colors and lively flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine blend beautifully into an earthy, smoky pasta creation. Shiitake mushrooms, the star of this unique dish, bring an umami depth that complements the spicy, zesty notes in a delightful fusion.

Ingredients (for 4)

Shiitake mushroom - 2 cups - cleaned and sliced
Linguine - 400 g - cooked al dente
Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Yellow onion - 1 medium - thinly sliced
Red bell pepper - 1 - thinly sliced
Green bell pepper - 1 - thinly sliced
Garlic cloves - 2 - minced
Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
Cayenne pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
Tomato paste - 1 tablespoon
Vegetable broth - 1 cup
Monterey jack cheese - 1 cup - shredded
Fresh cilantro - - for garnish
Salt - to taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🍳🔥🌶️

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and bell peppers, sauté until softened but still maintain a crunch, about 5 minutes.
Step 2 - 🍳🍄⏲️

Add sliced shiitake mushrooms and sauté until brown, for another 5-7 minutes.
Step 3 - 🍳🌶️🔀

Add minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Stir until well blended.
Step 4 - 🍳🍅🥄

Add the tomato paste, stirring until fully incorporated.
Step 5 - 🍳🍲🥘

Pour in vegetable broth, stirring well to make sure pasta and veggies are well covered.
Step 6 - 🍳🍝🔀

Add the cooked linguine to the pan, tossing to combine.
Step 7 - 🍳🧀⏲️

Sprinkle generously with shredded Monterey Jack cheese and cover for 2-3 minutes until the cheese has melted.
Step 8 - 🍳🌿🍽️

Top with fresh cilantro just before serving.

Additional

This dish is a perfect example of experimenting with cross-cuisine influences, which many home cooks love as they can get creative. Have children help prepare the veggies or set the table. For extra protein, saute some diced chicken or tofu along with the vegetables. A sprinkle of crushed tortilla chips could add a fun crunch!