Spicy & Sweet Stir-Fried Mushrooms: A Shiitake Mushroom Delight!
Delicious Mushroom Stir-Fry with Nutritious Shiitake Mushrooms
This recipe features a spicy and sweet stir-fry made with plenty of shiitake mushrooms, known for their health benefits. Enjoy the varied textures of different mushrooms and the deep, unique flavor of shiitake. It’s a perfect dish for a side with rice or as a delightful appetizer with drinks. We’ve included detailed steps and tips to make it easy for even beginner cooks.
Main Ingredients
- 7-8 large shiitake mushrooms
- 2 small onions
- 1/2 pack enoki mushrooms (or 1 whole pack)
- 1 stalk green onion
- 2 Tbsp grapeseed oil
Spicy & Sweet Seasoning
- 3 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp corn syrup or honey
- 1 Tbsp plum extract (maesilcheong)
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds
- A pinch of salt (for stir-frying)
- A pinch of black pepper
- 3 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp corn syrup or honey
- 1 Tbsp plum extract (maesilcheong)
- 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds
- A pinch of salt (for stir-frying)
- A pinch of black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Gently wash the fresh shiitake mushrooms under running water. Trim off the tough stems, then slice the caps into 3-4 bite-sized pieces. Slicing them not too thinly will help maintain a pleasant texture after cooking.
Step 2
Peel the onions and slice them into thick strips, about 0.5 cm thick. If you slice them too thinly, they might become mushy when cooked. Cut the green onion into diagonal slices, about 0.5 cm thick. For the enoki mushrooms, trim off the base with a knife. Carefully hold the cluster together and rinse just the roots under running water. Gently shake off excess water. If the enoki mushrooms are tightly clumped, gently separate them slightly to prepare for stir-frying.
Step 3
Let’s make the delicious seasoning that will define the flavor of this mushroom stir-fry. In a bowl, combine 3 Tbsp gochujang, 1 Tbsp gochugaru, 1 Tbsp oyster sauce, 1 Tbsp minced garlic, 1 Tbsp corn syrup (or honey), and 1 Tbsp plum extract. Stir well with a spoon until all ingredients are smoothly incorporated without any lumps. Set the seasoning mix aside for a moment.
Step 4
Now, let’s stir-fry all the ingredients to complete this delicious mushroom dish. First, heat a pan over medium heat and add 2 Tbsp of grapeseed oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add the sliced onions and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until they become translucent and fragrant. Next, add the sliced shiitake mushrooms and stir-fry over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes until they soften slightly and begin to turn lightly golden. Once the shiitake mushrooms are partially cooked, season with a pinch of black pepper and a little salt for stir-frying. Finally, add the prepared enoki mushrooms and green onions, and stir-fry quickly for just 1-2 minutes until they wilt. It’s important to keep the mushrooms slightly crisp. Just before turning off the heat, drizzle in 1/2 Tbsp of sesame oil and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds for a nutty aroma. Your delicious mushroom stir-fry is now ready!
