Chewy Dried Shiitake Mushroom Stir-fry with Spicy-Sweet Sauce (Paired with Perilla Leaves)
Top-tier Side Dish! Spicy-Sweet Dried Shiitake Mushroom Stir-fry Recipe with Perilla Leaves
Introducing a fantastic side dish recipe using dried shiitake mushrooms, celebrated for their wonderfully chewy and tender texture! Marinated in a spicy yet sweet gochujang-based sauce and pan-fried, these mushrooms make for an irresistible accompaniment to rice. The combination with fresh perilla leaves is particularly exceptional, creating a dish so delicious that you’ll find yourself reaching for more. If you’re looking for a simple yet impressive side dish, follow along now!
Main Ingredients- 15 Dried shiitake mushrooms (small size)
- 15 Fresh perilla leaves
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Before you begin cooking, soak the dried shiitake mushrooms in cold water for about 30 minutes. This step will rehydrate the mushrooms, making them tender and enhancing their natural flavor.
Step 2
Once rehydrated, gently separate the stems from the caps. Then, firmly squeeze out as much water as possible from the mushroom caps with your hands. Be careful not to squeeze too hard, as this might tear the mushrooms.
Step 3
Preheat a frying pan over low heat. Place the squeezed mushroom caps in the pan and cook for about 3 minutes per side, totaling 6 minutes. This process helps to evaporate any remaining moisture within the mushrooms, improving their texture and ability to absorb the sauce.
Step 4
Now, let’s prepare the delicious sauce. In a mixing bowl, combine 1.5 tablespoons of gochujang, 1/2 tablespoon of fine chili powder, 1 tablespoon of rice syrup, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds. Whisk everything together until well combined and smooth, ensuring there are no lumps.
Step 5
Add the moisture-free shiitake mushrooms to the prepared sauce and toss them thoroughly. Make sure each mushroom is evenly coated with the sauce, paying special attention to getting the sauce into the inner parts of the mushroom caps for maximum flavor.
Step 6
Return the pan to low heat and add a little cooking oil. Place the sauced shiitake mushrooms in the pan and stir-fry them for approximately 10 minutes, turning occasionally. Cook over low heat to prevent the sauce from burning and allow it to deeply penetrate the mushrooms.
Step 7
Finally, enjoy your perfectly cooked spicy-sweet shiitake mushroom stir-fry by wrapping it in fresh perilla leaves. This dish is a fantastic side for rice or even a great appetizer. Enjoy your delicious creation!
