Savory Stir-Fried Shiitake Mushrooms: The Ultimate Side Dish Recipe
Savory Stir-Fried Shiitake Mushrooms: The Ultimate Side Dish Recipe
A Delicious and Nutritious Shiitake Mushroom Side Dish! Recipe for a Stir-Fry Packed with Rich Shiitake Flavor
This stir-fried shiitake mushroom dish is the perfect side to make you finish a bowl of rice in no time, even when you don’t have much appetite. The chewy texture and deep mushroom flavor combine to create a healthy side dish that the whole family will love. Make this shiitake mushroom stir-fry, perfect for keeping in the fridge for hearty meals, even if it’s not a special occasion!
Main Ingredients- 5 fresh shiitake mushrooms
- 1/2 onion
- 1/2 green onion
Seasoning Ingredients- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp corn syrup
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- 0.5 Tbsp sesame oil
- 0.5 Tbsp sesame seeds (ground)
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp corn syrup
- 0.5 Tbsp minced garlic
- 0.5 Tbsp sesame oil
- 0.5 Tbsp sesame seeds (ground)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Wash the shiitake mushrooms thoroughly under running water and prepare them. If you are using dried shiitake mushrooms, you will need to soak them in water for about a day to soften them before use. Fresh shiitake mushrooms can be prepared immediately.
Step 2
Trim off the tough, woody stems from the shiitake mushrooms. The stems can have a chewy texture that detracts from the finished dish, so it’s best to remove them cleanly.
Step 3
Blanch the prepared shiitake mushrooms in boiling water with a pinch of salt for about 1 to 2 minutes. This step helps to remove any impurities and achieve a cleaner flavor. Be careful not to overcook, as they can become mushy.
Step 4
Immediately transfer the blanched shiitake mushrooms to cold water. Cooling them in cold water stops the cooking process, helping to maintain their chewy texture. Also, shiitake mushrooms that have been blanched and cooled in water won’t release as much liquid when stored as a side dish.
Step 5
Gently squeeze out excess water from the shiitake mushrooms with your hands, then slice them into pieces about 0.5 cm thick. Slicing them a bit thicker will help them retain a better texture during stir-frying, as very thin slices can break apart.
Step 6
Slice the onion into strips about 0.5 cm thick, and cut the green onion into 5 cm lengths, then slice them thinly into strips. The onion will add sweetness, and the green onion will impart a lovely aroma, enhancing the overall flavor of the dish.
Step 7
Heat about 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced green onions and stir-fry until they become fragrant. Cooking the green onions first to release their aroma will significantly improve the dish’s savory depth.
Step 8
Once the green onions are fragrant and slightly softened, add the sliced onion to the pan and stir-fry together. Cooking the onions until they become translucent will help to bring out their natural sweetness.
Step 9
When the onions are about halfway cooked and translucent, add the prepared shiitake mushrooms to the pan and stir-fry with the other ingredients. Toss gently to combine everything well.
Step 10
Add 3 tablespoons of soy sauce and 0.5 tablespoon of minced garlic. Stir-fry over medium-low heat, ensuring the seasoning coats the shiitake mushrooms evenly, until the mushrooms have absorbed the flavors. Be careful not to burn them.
Step 11
Once the shiitake mushrooms have absorbed the seasoning, add 1 tablespoon of corn syrup, 0.5 tablespoon of sesame oil, and 0.5 tablespoon of sesame seeds. Stir-fry for another moment to combine. If you prefer a saltier taste, you can add a pinch of salt to adjust the seasoning to your liking.
Step 12
And there you have it – delicious stir-fried shiitake mushrooms! This dish is perfect as a side for rice, served on top of warm rice, or packed as a lunchbox side. Enjoy the deep and rich flavor of shiitake mushrooms!
