Savory Stir-Fried King Oyster Mushrooms: A Simple Side Dish Even Kids Will Love
Savory Stir-Fried King Oyster Mushrooms: A Simple Side Dish Even Kids Will Love
The Perfect Side Dish for Kids! A Golden Recipe for Delicious Stir-Fried King Oyster Mushrooms
This is a quick and easy side dish featuring the delightfully chewy texture of king oyster mushrooms. It’s seasoned mildly yet full of umami, making it a hit with children and a perfect accompaniment to any meal. Feel free to add any leftover vegetables from your fridge; this recipe is versatile and can create a rich flavor with simple ingredients, making it highly practical.
Key Ingredients- 300g King Oyster Mushrooms
- 1/4 Onion
- 1/5 Leek
- 2 Tbsp Cooking Oil
- 5 Cloves Garlic (sliced or minced)
- 1 Tbsp Oyster Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Cooking Wine (e.g., Mirin)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pinch of Black Pepper
- 0.5 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 0.5 Tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the king oyster mushrooms by slicing them into bite-sized pieces (about 0.5cm thick half-moons or 2-3cm long strips). Thinly slice the onion and finely chop the leek. Mince or thinly slice the garlic. (The photo shows sliced garlic, but minced garlic will yield a richer flavor.)
Step 2
Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a pan over low heat. Add the sliced garlic and gently sauté to release its aroma. Be careful not to burn the garlic; slow sautéing will enhance its nutty fragrance. (If using 1 Tbsp minced garlic, sauté for only about 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant.)
Step 3
Once the garlic is lightly golden and fragrant, add the sliced king oyster mushrooms, onion, and leek to the pan. Stir-fry them together until the vegetables begin to soften and wilt.
Step 4
When the ingredients are partially cooked, add 1 tablespoon of cooking wine (mirin) to eliminate any ‘gamey’ smell from the mushrooms and enhance the overall flavor. Cooking wine is essential for a clean taste.
Step 5
Next, add 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce. Increase the heat to high and stir-fry quickly for 2-3 minutes, ensuring all ingredients are well coated with the sauce. High heat and a short cooking time help maintain the vegetables’ crisp-tender texture.
Step 6
Once the sauce has evenly coated the ingredients, reduce the heat to medium. Taste the dish and add salt as needed to adjust the seasoning. Remember that oyster sauce is salty, so add salt gradually to avoid over-salting.
Step 7
Finally, add a pinch of black pepper according to your preference. Stir in 0.5 tablespoon of sesame oil and 0.5 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds. Give it a final quick toss to combine. The sesame oil and seeds will add a wonderful nutty aroma and flavor.
Step 8
Serve the beautifully prepared stir-fried king oyster mushrooms on a plate. Enjoy this delicious and satisfying side dish with a warm bowl of rice!
