Savory Chinese-Style Stir-Fried Mushrooms: The Perfect ‘Fridge Clean-Out’ Dish!
Fridge Clean-Out Hack! Utilizing King Oyster & Oyster Mushrooms, Garlic Oil and Oyster Sauce Harmony, Perfect Simple Dinner Side Dish with Chinese-Style Mushroom Stir-Fry Recipe
Transform leftover mushrooms and vegetables from your fridge into a splendid dinner side dish! Stir-frying King Oyster and Oyster mushrooms with chili oil and oyster sauce creates a deep, rich flavor reminiscent of Chinese cuisine. The delightful texture interplay between crisp bell peppers and tender mushrooms will make you devour a bowl of rice in no time. A simple yet special taste, serve it on your dinner table tonight!
Main Ingredients
- Assorted mushrooms (e.g., King Oyster, Oyster) 200g
- 1/4 Onion
- 1/4 Red bell pepper
- 1/4 Yellow bell pepper
Seasoning & Others
- 1 Tbsp Chili oil
- 1 Tbsp Oyster sauce
- 0.5 Tbsp Minced garlic
- Pinch of Salt (approx. 0.1 Tbsp)
- 1 Tbsp Toasted sesame seeds
- 1 Tbsp Sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp Chili oil
- 1 Tbsp Oyster sauce
- 0.5 Tbsp Minced garlic
- Pinch of Salt (approx. 0.1 Tbsp)
- 1 Tbsp Toasted sesame seeds
- 1 Tbsp Sesame oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the mushrooms. Trim off the tough ends of the mushrooms, then tear or cut them into bite-sized pieces. For longer mushrooms like King Oyster, tearing them by hand can enhance their natural texture.
Step 2
Wash and prepare the vibrantly colored bell peppers and the sweet onion. Slice them thinly into julienne strips using a mandoline or a knife. Aim for relatively uniform thickness so they don’t become too mushy when stir-fried.
Step 3
Heat a pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of chili oil to infuse a spicy aroma. Add the julienned onion and bell peppers first and stir-fry until fragrant and the onion begins to turn translucent. Once the onion softens, add all the prepared mushrooms and continue to stir-fry until they wilt.
Step 4
When the mushrooms are nicely stir-fried, add 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce for added depth of flavor. Next, add 0.5 tablespoon of minced garlic and stir well to ensure the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the mushrooms and vegetables.
Step 5
Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning with a tiny pinch of salt (about 0.1 Tbsp) if needed. Finally, stir in 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil for a nutty aroma and finish. Your delicious mushroom stir-fry is ready!
Step 6
Thanks to the chili oil and oyster sauce, this mushroom stir-fry boasts a deep, Chinese-inspired flavor. The combination of chewy mushrooms, crisp bell peppers, and sweet onions is exceptional. It’s a versatile dish that works perfectly as a side for rice or even as a simple appetizer.
Step 7
Honestly, I made this in a bit of a rush using ingredients I had on hand, but it turned out incredibly delicious! Sometimes, dishes made quickly with leftover ingredients feel even more special. While presentation matters, taste is ultimately king! Why not try making this delicious dish with your own leftover vegetables!
