Super Quick Bacon and Enoki Mushroom Stir-Fry: A 5-Minute Side Dish
Super Quick Bacon and Enoki Mushroom Stir-Fry: A 5-Minute Side Dish
Lightning-Fast Korean Side Dish: Bacon and Enoki Mushroom Stir-Fry
Whip up a delicious side dish in minutes with just a few pantry staples! This recipe features the delightful chewiness of enoki mushrooms paired with savory bacon, seasoned simply with salt and pepper. It’s a perfect quick meal accompaniment that will have you reaching for seconds.
Main Ingredients- 1 pack Enoki mushrooms (trimmed)
- 5 strips Bacon (or to taste)
- 1 Tbsp Cooking oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the enoki mushrooms. Trim off the tough, woody base of the enoki mushrooms with a knife. Then, quickly rinse them under cold running water and shake off as much excess moisture as possible. For best results, you can also gently pat them dry with a paper towel. Mushrooms absorb water readily, so it’s important to wash them quickly to maintain their texture.
Step 2
Next, let’s prepare the bacon. Cut about 5 strips of bacon into bite-sized pieces or your preferred length. Add just a tablespoon of cooking oil to a pan over medium-low heat and start cooking the bacon.
Step 3
Sauté the bacon until it becomes golden brown and crispy. Cooking the bacon first allows its rich flavor to develop and renders out enough fat to cook the mushrooms without needing much additional oil.
Step 4
Once the bacon is nicely browned, add the prepared enoki mushrooms (make sure they are well-drained!) to the pan. Stir everything together and continue to stir-fry, ensuring the mushrooms are evenly coated and cooked.
Step 5
As the enoki mushrooms begin to release their moisture and soften, it’s time to season. Add a small pinch of salt. Remember, bacon is already salty, so start with a very small amount of salt and adjust later if needed. You can always add more, but you can’t take it away!
Step 6
Finally, add a pinch of black pepper and sprinkle with sesame seeds for a nutty aroma and visual appeal. Give it a final quick stir to combine all the flavors. Your delicious Bacon and Enoki Mushroom Stir-Fry is now ready!
Step 7
Serve this delightful stir-fry immediately over a warm bowl of rice. It’s incredibly simple yet packed with flavor, making it a fantastic side dish or even a light snack. Enjoy!
