Today, TasteVN will introduce you to 2 ways to make braised oyster mushrooms with pepper and chili lemongrass that are rich and appealing with a very simple and quick recipe. Let’s go to the market to buy ingredients and go to the kitchen to make this vegetarian dish right away!
1. Braised oyster mushrooms with pepper
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Preparation
20 minutes
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Cooking time
15 minutes
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Difficulty level
Easy
Ingredients for Braised Oyster Mushrooms with Pepper For 4 people
Oyster mushrooms 500 gr Green onions 3 stalks Red onions 5 bulbs Garlic 5 cloves Bird’s eye chili 1 piece Vegetarian seasoning 1/2 teaspoon Vegetarian fish sauce 1 tablespoon Color water 2 tablespoons Cooking oil 2 tablespoons Common spices a little (salt/ sugar/ monosodium glutamate/ pepper)
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How to make Braised Oyster Mushrooms with Pepper
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Prepare the ingredients
Soak the oyster mushrooms in diluted salt water for 20 minutes, then rinse with water and let them drain.
Wash the green onions and chop them finely. Peel the red onions and garlic, and mince them. Slice the chili thinly.
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Marinate the mushrooms
After washing the mushrooms, add 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of seasoning powder, 1/2 teaspoon of vegetarian seasoning, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of minced shallots, 1 tablespoon of vegetarian fish sauce, 2 tablespoons of coloring sauce, mix well and marinate for about 15 – 20 minutes for the mushrooms to absorb the seasoning.
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Braise the mushrooms
Heat a pan on the stove with 2 tablespoons of cooking oil, when the oil is hot, add the remaining minced shallots and garlic and fry until fragrant over medium heat.
Next, add the marinated oyster mushrooms and stir-fry on low heat for about 10 minutes until the mushrooms are firm.
Then add chopped green onions, chili, and 2 teaspoons of pepper and cook for another minute. Adjust the seasoning to taste and then turn off the heat.
Tip: To keep the rich sweetness of the mushrooms, do not add water during the braising process.
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Final product
The dish of braised oyster mushrooms with pepper has an attractive aroma and a beautiful golden color from the caramelized sauce. The mushrooms are naturally crunchy and sweet, combined with the salty and spicy sauce, served with a bowl of white rice, it’s just wonderful!
2. Braised oyster mushrooms with lemongrass and chili
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Preparation
15 minutes
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Cooking
10 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Braised oyster mushrooms with lemongrass and chili Serves 4
Oyster mushrooms 500 g Chopped lemongrass 50 g Chopped chili 1 tablespoon Chopped shallots 1 tablespoon Cooking oil 2 tablespoons Soy sauce 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon Vegetarian seasoning 1 tablespoon Salt a little
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How to prepare Stir-fried Oyster Mushrooms with Lemongrass and Chili
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Prepare the ingredients
Buy oyster mushrooms, cut off the stems, wash them in diluted salt water for about 1 minute, then rinse with clean water, and squeeze hard to dry the mushrooms.
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Stir-fry the mushrooms
Place a pan on the stove with 2 tablespoons of cooking oil and heat over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add 1 tablespoon of minced scallions, half of the minced lemongrass, and 1 tablespoon of minced chili, stir for 1 minute.
Then add 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder, mix well, and add the oyster mushrooms and the remaining minced lemongrass, stirring well.
Season with 1 teaspoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of vegetarian seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and stir-fry on high heat for about 2 – 3 minutes to prevent the mushrooms from releasing water. Adjust the seasoning to taste, then turn off the heat.
Tip: To ensure the dish retains a fragrant aroma and a richer flavor when finished, you should divide the lemongrass into two parts and add them in succession as instructed above.
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Final Product
The dish of sautéed oyster mushrooms with lemongrass and chili has an enticing aroma from the lemongrass and chili. The mushrooms are crispy and delicious, retaining their natural sweetness combined with a spicy and salty flavor, which will definitely make you want to eat more with a bowl of white rice!
How to Choose Fresh and Delicious Oyster Mushrooms
- Choose mushrooms with long, thick, and firm stems as these will be sweeter than those with soft stems.
- Mushrooms should have a natural white or gray color, not too dark or too light.
- Mushrooms that have been harvested for a long time and stored in the refrigerator may have blackened or bruised caps.
- If you touch them and feel slimy or soft, they should not be chosen.
Above are 2 recipes for cooking oyster mushrooms in a vegetarian style that are delicious and enticing with an extremely simple recipe. Let’s cook together with TasteVN to treat the family right away!
*Refer to the images and recipes from 2 YouTube channels: EASY TO MAKE DELICIOUS DISHES and Cooking Enthusiast.
