Mushroom Tomato Stir Fry - This veggie side dish is packed with flavor! Sliced mushrooms cooked with tomatoes is easy, yummy, and quick to make. What's not to like? I especially love making this dish when I have fresh tomatoes from the garden!

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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Quick & Easy: Ready in just 10 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
- Healthy & Light: Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants from fresh mushrooms, tomatoes, and garlic.
- Versatile Side Dish: Pairs well with rice, noodles, or your favorite protein.
- Garden-Friendly: A delicious way to use up fresh tomatoes when they're in season.
- Flavorful but Simple: Just a handful of ingredients transform into a sweet-savory stir fry with garlic and sesame oil.
About the Ingredients
Salt & Sugar: Simple seasonings that balance out the acidity of the tomatoes and highlight the natural flavors of the vegetables.
Mushrooms: Earthy, savory, and nutrient-rich - full of B vitamins, selenium, and potassium. White button, cremini, or even shiitake work great here.
Tomatoes: Juicy and slightly tangy, they bring natural sweetness and are packed with vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants like lycopene.
Garlic: The flavor backbone of this dish! It adds aromatic depth while also offering immune-boosting benefits.
Cooking Oil: Use a neutral oil (like avocado, canola, or grapeseed) for stir frying.
Sesame Oil: Just a drizzle at the end for nutty, toasty flavor.

How to make Mushroom Tomato Stir Fry (Step by Step)
First, gather your ingredients:
- 8 oz of mushroom, sliced
- 2 tomatoes, cut in to wedges
- 4 cloves of garlic, roughly chopped
- Cooking oil/fat of choice
- Salt, as desired
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil


Heat cooking oil/fat in a large skillet or wok over medium high heat. Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds or until fragrant.
Add mushrooms to the dish first, and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Now add the tomatoes to the pan and stir fry with the mushrooms for about 1 minute. Cover and allow it to cook for about another minute.
Uncover, add salt, sugar, and sesame oil, and stir fry until mushrooms and tomatoes are tender.

Remove from heat and serve!

Storage & Reheating
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended - tomatoes can get mushy after thawing.
- Reheat: Warm gently in a skillet over medium heat with a splash of oil or water until heated through. You can also microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway, but stovetop keeps the mushrooms and tomatoes from getting too soft.

FAQ
Can I use canned tomatoes instead of fresh?
Yes, you can substitute with canned tomatoes in a pinch. Just drain them well so the stir fry doesn't get watery. The texture will be slightly different though.
What mushrooms work best for this recipe?
White button or cremini mushrooms are classic, but you can also use shiitake, oyster, or a mix for extra flavor.
How can I make it more filling?
Well, it's meant to be a veggie side dish, so serve it over rice or noodles, or add a protein like tofu, shrimp, or chicken to make it a complete meal

Mushroom Tomato Stir Fry
This Mushroom Tomato Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful veggie side dish made with juicy tomato wedges, tender mushrooms, and garlic. Tossed with a touch of sesame oil and simple seasonings, it comes together in just 10 minutes — light, healthy, and so delicious!
Ingredients
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (white button or cremini work best)
- 2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
- 4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil (neutral, like canola or avocado)
- Salt, to taste
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add garlic and stir fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add mushrooms and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add tomatoes and stir fry with mushrooms for 1 minute. Cover and cook for another minute.
- Uncover, add salt, sugar, and sesame oil. Stir fry until the mushrooms and tomatoes are tender.
- Remove from heat and serve hot as a side dish.
Notes
- Adjust sugar and salt to taste depending on the sweetness of your tomatoes.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle with chopped green onions or cilantro before serving.
- Works well as a side for rice, noodles, or grilled meats.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 69Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 150mgCarbohydrates: 7gFiber: 2gSugar: 4gProtein: 2g
The nutrition information for this recipe is an approximate total per serving. Please double check the nutrition information for your exact ingredients and brands for more precise nutrition information.
More Delicious Tasty Tomato Recipes
If you enjoyed this Mushroom Tomato Stir Fry, here are some other tasty tomato dishes from my site you might love:
- Green Beans and Tomatoes - An easy and delicious veggie dish! I love the buttery, garlicky tomato sauce flavor.
- Tomato Egg Noodles - A comforting Chinese noodle dish made with scrambled eggs, juicy tomatoes, and springy noodles.
- Tomato Fried Rice - A fun twist on fried rice, cooked with chopped tomatoes for a slightly tangy, savory kick.
- Tomato Tofu Stir Fry - Soft tofu stir fried with tomatoes, garlic, and green onions. Simple, light, and delicious.
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Reystar manlly says
Chinese food is very nice and is my favorite food 🍱
TinaTsai says
I am glad to hear it!
Duncan Edwards says
A very healthy, nutritious and delicious
TinaTsai says
thank you! 😀
jennifer says
Two of my favorite veggies in one skillet! Yum . . it kinda reminded me of pizza in a way, lol! So good, hit the spot!
Charlotte says
@jennifer, Mushrooms aren't vegetables silly!
Jean Choi says
The tomatoes and mushrooms go so well together! I love how quickly this came together.