Spicy and Sweet Stir-fried King Oyster Mushrooms with Gochujang
Perfectly Seasoned King Oyster Mushrooms with Gochujang: A Flavorful and Easy Dish
King oyster mushrooms are packed with Vitamin C, known for their antioxidant properties and anti-aging benefits. This recipe features a delightful stir-fry with a spicy and savory gochujang sauce that perfectly complements the mushrooms’ chewy texture. It’s a fantastic side dish for rice or an excellent accompaniment to alcoholic beverages. With its simple preparation, you can whip up this delicious dish in no time. Enjoy the irresistible spicy and sweet flavors!
Main Ingredients
- 3 King Oyster Mushrooms (medium size)
- A little cooking oil (for greasing the pan)
- A pinch of sesame seeds (for garnish)
Spicy & Sweet Sauce Ingredients
- 5 Tbsp Water (to adjust sauce consistency)
- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1/3 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1/2 Tbsp Sesame oil (for nutty aroma)
- 1/2 Tbsp Soy sauce (for umami)
- 1/2 Tbsp Sugar (to balance the spice)
- 1/3 Tbsp Minced garlic (for fragrance)
Optional Ingredient (for color and flavor)
- 1 stalk Green onion (finely chopped for garnish)
- 5 Tbsp Water (to adjust sauce consistency)
- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1/3 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1/2 Tbsp Sesame oil (for nutty aroma)
- 1/2 Tbsp Soy sauce (for umami)
- 1/2 Tbsp Sugar (to balance the spice)
- 1/3 Tbsp Minced garlic (for fragrance)
Optional Ingredient (for color and flavor)
- 1 stalk Green onion (finely chopped for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the king oyster mushrooms thoroughly and pat them dry. Then, slice them lengthwise into approximately 1 cm thick pieces, keeping the stem intact. Avoid slicing them too thinly, as they might break apart during cooking.
Step 2
Lightly grease a frying pan with cooking oil and heat it over medium-low heat. Place the sliced mushrooms in the pan and cook one side until it turns a nice golden brown. This slow cooking helps bring out their chewy texture.
Step 3
Once the bottom side of the mushrooms is beautifully browned, flip them over and cook the other side until it’s also golden brown. This step is crucial for achieving the desired chewy texture.
Step 4
While the mushrooms are cooking, prepare the sauce in a small bowl. Combine 5 Tbsp water, 1 Tbsp gochujang, 1/3 Tbsp gochugaru, 1/2 Tbsp sesame oil, 1/2 Tbsp soy sauce, 1/2 Tbsp sugar, and 1/3 Tbsp minced garlic. Whisk everything together until smooth and well combined.
Step 5
Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the golden-brown mushrooms in the pan. Pouring it around the edges of the pan can help it spread more effectively.
Step 6
Increase the heat to medium and stir-fry the mushrooms, coating them thoroughly with the sauce using a spatula or chopsticks. Continue to stir and cook until the sauce thickens and coats the mushrooms with a glossy finish.
Step 7
Finally, sprinkle a pinch of sesame seeds over the top for a nutty aroma. If you have green onions, finely chop them and sprinkle them over the dish for an appealing garnish. Your delicious ‘Spicy and Sweet Stir-fried King Oyster Mushrooms’ are now ready to be served! Enjoy them over hot rice.
Step 8
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