Chewy Shiitake Mushroom and Korean Green Pepper Stir-fry: A Savory Side Dish with Bulgogi Sauce!
Chewy Shiitake Mushroom and Korean Green Pepper Stir-fry: A Savory Side Dish with Bulgogi Sauce!
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In this era of health-conscious eating, we’re presenting a special recipe perfect for those who enjoy a vegetarian diet. Fragrant shiitake mushrooms and crisp Korean green peppers are simmered in a beloved Korean bulgogi sauce, offering a rich umami flavor reminiscent of meat dishes. Get ready for a magical rice-stealing side dish that will disappear with just one bowl of rice. Make it now!
Main Ingredients- 300g fresh shiitake mushrooms (choose large and plump ones)
- 80g Korean green peppers (select fresh and shiny ones)
- 1/4 onion (adds sweetness)
- 1 red chili pepper (for color and a hint of spiciness)
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for nutty flavor)
Bulgogi Sauce- 4 Tbsp soy sauce (use regular brewed soy sauce, not soup soy sauce)
- 3 Tbsp corn syrup (for gloss and sweetness. Can substitute with oligosaccharide syrup)
- 1 Tbsp oyster sauce (the secret ingredient for deep umami)
- 2 Tbsp rice wine (Mirin) (removes gamey odors and enhances flavor)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic (freshly minced garlic adds a great aroma)
- 1 Tbsp chopped green onion (adds fragrance)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil (completes the nutty flavor)
- A pinch of black pepper (adjust to taste, about 4 pinches)
- 4 Tbsp soy sauce (use regular brewed soy sauce, not soup soy sauce)
- 3 Tbsp corn syrup (for gloss and sweetness. Can substitute with oligosaccharide syrup)
- 1 Tbsp oyster sauce (the secret ingredient for deep umami)
- 2 Tbsp rice wine (Mirin) (removes gamey odors and enhances flavor)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic (freshly minced garlic adds a great aroma)
- 1 Tbsp chopped green onion (adds fragrance)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil (completes the nutty flavor)
- A pinch of black pepper (adjust to taste, about 4 pinches)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the shiitake mushrooms. Gently wipe off any dirt with a damp paper towel under running water. Then, slice them into bite-sized pieces, about 0.5cm thick, so they aren’t too thin.
Step 2
Trim the stems off the Korean green peppers. Cut them into pieces that are easy to eat in one bite, allowing the sauce to penetrate well. If the peppers are large, cut them into three pieces; if small, cut into two.
Step 3
Peel the onion and slice it thinly into strips. Slicing it this way will make it tender and allow its sweetness to infuse well when cooked.
Step 4
Thinly slice the red chili pepper into strips for a beautiful color. Cut it in half lengthwise and carefully remove the seeds before slicing.
Step 5
Now, let’s make the delicious sauce! In a bowl, combine 4 Tbsp soy sauce, 3 Tbsp corn syrup, 1 Tbsp oyster sauce, 2 Tbsp rice wine (Mirin), 1 Tbsp minced garlic, 1 Tbsp chopped green onion, 1 Tbsp sesame oil, and a pinch of black pepper (about 4 pinches). Stir everything together thoroughly until well combined to create the flavorful sauce.
Step 6
Heat a pan over medium heat. Pour in all the prepared sauce and bring it to a simmer. Once the sauce is bubbling, add the Korean green peppers and stir-fry quickly for about 10 seconds. Be careful not to overcook them, as they can become mushy.
Step 7
Next, add the prepared shiitake mushrooms. Increase the heat to high and stir-fry. It’s important to stir-fry rapidly to ensure the sauce coats the mushrooms evenly, preserving their chewy texture.
Step 8
Once the sauce has evenly coated the mushrooms, add the sliced onion and red chili pepper. Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue to stir-fry until the onion becomes slightly translucent. Avoid overcooking the onion until it’s completely soft.
Step 9
Finally, when all ingredients are cooked and the sauce has slightly reduced, turn off the heat. Sprinkle generously with toasted sesame seeds to finish. The nutty aroma of the sesame seeds will make this shiitake mushroom and Korean green pepper stir-fry even more delicious!
