Savory and Nutty Stir-fried King Oyster Mushrooms
Achieve a Restaurant-Quality Side Dish! Super Simple King Oyster Mushroom & Perilla Seed Powder Stir-fry Recipe
Sometimes when we have home-cooked meals, we crave the elaborate spread of a Korean fine-dining restaurant, right? This recipe will show you how to easily make King Oyster Mushroom Perilla Seed Stir-fry, a side dish that tastes just like those you’d find at a fancy restaurant! It’s surprisingly simple and delicious.
Main Ingredients
- 1/2 pack King Oyster Mushrooms (for 4 servings)
- 2 Tbsp Perilla Seed Oil
- 2 Tbsp Ground Perilla Seeds
- 1 tsp Soy Sauce
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare 1/2 pack of King Oyster Mushrooms, which is suitable for a family of 4. Gently rinse them under running water and trim off the tough, woody bottom ends. This step helps maintain the mushrooms’ shape.
Step 2
Bring a pot of water to a boil with a pinch of salt. Once boiling, add the trimmed King Oyster Mushrooms and blanch them for about 1 to 1.5 minutes. Be careful not to overcook, as they can become mushy.
Step 3
After blanching, immediately drain the mushrooms and rinse them under cold running water to cool them down. This process helps to firm up their texture, giving them a pleasant crispness.
Step 4
Gently squeeze out the excess water from the cooled mushrooms using your hands. Avoid squeezing too hard, as this can break them apart. Aim for a firm but gentle squeeze to remove most of the water.
Step 5
Add 2 tablespoons of flavorful Perilla Seed Oil to the squeezed mushrooms. The amount of oil can be adjusted to your personal preference for richness.
Step 6
Next, add 2 tablespoons of ground Perilla Seeds. This ingredient significantly enhances the nutty flavor and creates a wonderfully rich aroma that complements the mushrooms beautifully.
Step 7
Stir in 1 teaspoon of soy sauce to add a subtle savory depth. The amount of soy sauce can be adjusted based on the mushroom quantity and your taste. It’s best to add a little at a time and taste as you go to avoid making it too salty.
Step 8
Now, gently mix everything together with your hands, as if giving it a gentle massage. This ‘hand-kneading’ technique helps the flavors meld perfectly without breaking the mushrooms, resulting in a truly delicious dish.
Step 9
Finally, transfer the finished King Oyster Mushroom Perilla Seed Stir-fry to an attractive serving dish. It’s a simple yet elegant side dish ready to be enjoyed with a warm bowl of rice. Easy, right?
