Chewy and Pretty King Oyster Mushroom Pancakes
Holiday Chuseok Food: King Oyster Mushroom Dish / Beautiful King Oyster Mushroom Pancakes
These beautiful king oyster mushroom pancakes are delightfully chewy and taste even better when made for holiday feasts like Chuseok.
Ingredients
- 1 package King Oyster Mushrooms (approx. 300g)
- 10g Scallions or Green Onions
- 1 Red Chili Pepper
- 1 Egg
- Pinch of Salt
- 1 Tbsp Mirin or Cooking Sake
- 3 Tbsp Starch or Pancake Mix
- Generous amount of Cooking Oil
- 1 pinch Black Pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Please prepare all the ingredients in advance for making delicious king oyster mushroom pancakes. Washing and trimming them beforehand will make the cooking process much smoother.
Step 2
Wash the king oyster mushrooms thoroughly under running water and trim off the tough bottom part. Then, slice them lengthwise into pieces about 0.5cm thick, preserving their natural shape. This cutting method yields a pleasant texture and an appealing appearance.
Step 3
Lightly season the sliced king oyster mushrooms by sprinkling a pinch of salt and pepper evenly over them. Let them sit for about 5-10 minutes to allow the mushrooms to absorb the seasoning well.
Step 4
Crack the egg into a bowl, remove the chalaza (the white, stringy part), and add a pinch of salt and mirin (cooking sake). Whisk well with a fork or whisk until smooth. Mirin helps to eliminate any eggy smell and adds a nice flavor.
Step 5
Thinly slice the red chili pepper into rounds for garnish. Cut the scallions or green onions into segments of about 3-4cm in length. These colorful additions will make the finished pancakes look even more appetizing.
Step 6
Lightly pat dry the seasoned king oyster mushrooms, then sprinkle starch (or pancake mix) evenly on both sides. Coat them thinly with the starch mixture. This step helps the egg batter adhere better and contributes to a crispier texture.
Step 7
Dip the starch-coated king oyster mushrooms into the prepared egg mixture, ensuring both sides are evenly coated with the egg batter. Make sure the egg batter covers the mushrooms thoroughly.
Step 8
Heat a pan over medium-low heat and add a generous amount of cooking oil. Carefully place the egg-coated king oyster mushrooms one by one into the hot pan. Avoid overcrowding the pan, as this will allow them to cook evenly without sticking together.
Step 9
Before the mushrooms cook completely, artfully arrange the prepared scallions (or green onions) and sliced red chili peppers on top, pressing them gently to help them stick. The colorful arrangement will make the pancakes look truly delicious.
Step 10
Once the bottom side is golden brown and cooked, carefully flip the pancakes and cook the other side until it is also beautifully golden brown. When both sides are perfectly golden, your delicious king oyster mushroom pancakes are ready!
Step 11
A tip for making your king oyster mushroom pancakes even prettier and tastier: cook them slowly over low heat. This gentle cooking method prevents the scallions and chili peppers from burning, preserving their vibrant colors, and ensures the mushrooms are cooked through until tender and moist. For the chili peppers, which can burn easily, you can lightly press them down towards the end of cooking.
