If you are looking for delicious vegetarian dishes that are both flavorful and ensure full nutrition for the whole family, then get into the kitchen and add these 3 easy-to-make recipes for braised vegetarian ribs with mushrooms to your collection!
1. Braised vegetarian ribs with oyster mushrooms
Preparation
10 minutes
Cooking
15 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Braised Vegetarian Ribs with Oyster Mushrooms Serves 4
Vegetarian spare ribs 3 pieces White oyster mushrooms 300 gr Chili 2 pieces Green onion 3 stalks Cooking oil 200 ml Soy sauce 4 tablespoons Vegetarian seasoning 1 teaspoon Chili sauce 1/2 tablespoon Common spices a little (salt/sugar) Water 500 ml
How to choose fresh and delicious oyster mushrooms
- Delicious oyster mushrooms are those with firm stems, large caps, which can be gray or white (depending on the type you are using).
- Additionally, when buying, you should choose mushrooms that grow in clusters, look fresh, and have a characteristic mushroom smell. The caps of the mushrooms should be slightly concave, and there should be thin fibers under the cap.
- Avoid buying mushrooms that are torn, bruised, or have an unusual odor.
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How to prepare Vegan Ribs with Oyster Mushrooms
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Prepare the ingredients
Oyster mushrooms should be washed thoroughly under running water to remove all dirt and sand, then soak the mushrooms in diluted saltwater for about 2 minutes and rinse again with clean water, separating the smaller mushrooms from the cluster.
Next, soak the vegan ribs in cold water for about 30 minutes until they are soft, then wash them again with water and squeeze out the excess to drain.
After that, use scissors to cut the soaked vegan ribs into small, bite-sized pieces. Trim the roots off the green onions, wash them clean, and chop them finely.
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Fry the vegan ribs
Put a pan on the stove, add 200ml of cooking oil, wait until the oil is hot and bubbling, then add the vegan ribs. Fry evenly over medium heat for about 5 minutes until the ribs are golden and crispy, then turn off the heat.
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Sauté oyster mushrooms
After removing the vegetarian pork ribs, you turn on the stove again and add the oyster mushrooms, stir-fry evenly for about 6 minutes on high heat until the mushrooms are golden, then remove the sautéed mushrooms.
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Make the stew sauce
Next, add the chopped green onion roots into the pan, sauté on high heat until the green onion is fragrant, then add 4 tablespoons of soy sauce, 500ml of water, 1 teaspoon of vegetarian seasoning, and 2 teaspoons of sugar. Cook evenly over medium heat for about 3 minutes until the sauce boils.
Tip: To make the vegetarian stew more delicious, you can adjust the seasoning according to your family’s taste and preferences! -
Braised vegetarian ribs
After the sauce has boiled, add the sautéed oyster mushrooms, and cook for about 1 minute until the sauce boils again.
Next, add 1/2 tablespoon of chili sauce, 2 chili peppers, and the crispy vegetarian ribs, and braise for another 2 minutes. Then use scissors to cut the chili peppers in the pot, sprinkle the remaining chopped green onions on top, and turn off the heat.
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Final product
The braised vegetarian ribs with oyster mushrooms will have a beautiful golden-brown color when finished. With a rich and flavorful sauce, combined with the crispy sautéed oyster mushrooms and the golden crispy vegetarian ribs, this dish is very appealing.
To make the dish even better, you can enjoy it with fresh vegetables, cucumbers, and a bowl of hot, fragrant rice, which will certainly make this a vegetarian dish worth trying and cooking for the whole family to enjoy.
2. Vegetarian ribs stewed with shiitake mushrooms
Preparation
10 minutes
Cooking
25 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Vegetarian Ribs Stewed with Shiitake Mushrooms For 4 servings
Dried vegetarian ribs 75 gr Dried shiitake mushrooms 50 gr White radish 1 piece (150gr) Green onions 4 stalks Soy sauce 3 tablespoons Oyster sauce 2/3 tablespoon Dark soy sauce 2 tablespoons Cooking oil 200 ml Vegetarian seasoning 2/3 tablespoon Sugar/pepper A little
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to choose delicious shiitake mushrooms
- For dried shiitake mushrooms, you should choose those that are not broken, with a light brown cap.
- Additionally, you should choose dried shiitake mushrooms with a clear origin and stored at the appropriate temperature.
- Avoid buying shiitake mushrooms that show signs of mold, have strange odors, or white mold.
How to choose fresh and delicious white radish
- A good radish will have a rough skin, small eyes, and an ivory white color. The leaf stems should be bright green with root tendrils. The size should be small, and the shape elongated.
- You should buy white radishes that still have their stems, are medium-sized, and elongated towards the tail. Radishes with a thick tail often lack flavor.
- Do not choose soft white radishes, as these are no longer fresh and will not taste good when cooked.
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How to prepare Braised vegetarian ribs with shiitake mushrooms
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Prepare the ingredients
Soak the vegetarian ribs in cold water for about 30 minutes until they become tender, then remove and rinse 1 – 2 times with water, and squeeze dry to drain.
Soak the shiitake mushrooms in cold water for about 30 minutes until they soften, then rinse 2 – 3 times with water, squeeze out the excess water, and let them drain.
For the white radish, use a peeler to remove the skin, then wash it clean and cut into small slices about 1/3 of a finger’s thickness. If you have large slices, you can cut them in half so that they cook evenly.
Green onions only need to have the roots trimmed, washed clean, and chopped small.
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Fried short ribs
Add 200ml of cooking oil to the pan, wait until the oil is hot, then add the short ribs, fry briefly and stir evenly over medium heat for about 4 minutes until the short ribs are lightly golden, then remove them.
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Stir-fry mushrooms and white radish
Next, you need to remove some of the cooking oil from the pan, leaving about 1 tablespoon of oil, then add 1/2 of the chopped green onions.
Stir for about 1 minute over high heat until the onions are golden and fragrant, then add the white radish and shiitake mushrooms. Stir-fry over medium heat for about 2 minutes.
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Braise vegetarian ribs
After stir-frying the shiitake mushrooms and white radish, add 500ml of water and the briefly fried ribs. Lower the heat and season gradually with 2/3 tablespoon of vegetarian seasoning, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2/3 tablespoon of oyster sauce, and 2 tablespoons of dark soy sauce into the pan.
Then use chopsticks to mix well so that the seasonings are evenly absorbed into the ingredients and continue to braise over medium heat for about 25 minutes until the sauce in the pan is nearly evaporated. Adjust the seasoning to taste and then turn off the heat.
Finally, add the remaining chopped green onions and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper on top, and you can scoop it onto a plate and enjoy!
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Finished Product
The vegetarian ribs braised with shiitake mushrooms will have an enticing aroma of soy sauce and seasoning once completed. When eaten, you will feel the sweetness of the white radish, the crunchy aroma of shiitake mushrooms, and the delightful taste of the vegetarian ribs. To make the dish even better, you should serve it while it’s still hot!
3. Vegetarian Ribs Braised with Chicken Legs Mushrooms
Preparation
10 minutes
Cooking
15 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Vegetarian Ribs Braised with Chicken Legs Mushrooms For 4 people
Chicken leg mushrooms 200 gr Vegetarian ribs 15 gr Green onions 3 stalks Chili 4 pieces Shallots 5 bulbs Cooking oil 110 ml Satay 1 tablespoon Turmeric powder 1.5 teaspoons Chili sauce 1 tablespoon Soy sauce 2 teaspoons Vegetarian seasoning 1 teaspoon Common spices a little (salt/ sugar/ pepper)
How to choose fresh and delicious chicken thigh mushrooms
- You should choose fresh chicken thigh mushrooms that are 12 – 15cm long. Because if they are longer, the mushrooms will be hollow, not fresh and not as sweet.
- Fresh mushrooms will have a very characteristic smell like almonds, the cap of the mushroom is brown, shiny, without scratches, bruises or wrinkles, and has a thin layer of fibers on top of the cap.
- Avoid buying mushrooms that have an unpleasant odor, are bruised, have a soft stem, or have uneven colors.
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How to make vegetarian braised ribs with chicken thigh mushrooms
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Prepare the ingredients
Soak the chicken thigh mushrooms in diluted salt water for about 10 minutes then use a knife to cut the mushroom in half lengthwise and rinse twice with clean water.
Soak the vegetarian ribs in cold water for about 30 minutes, then rinse 2 – 3 times with clean water and squeeze dry.
Cut off the roots of the green onions, wash them clean, and cut them into pieces about the length of a finger. Wash the chili and cut it into slices. Peel the shallots, remove the ends, and chop finely.
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Marinate the vegetarian ribs and chicken thigh mushrooms
Put the vegetarian ribs in a bowl along with 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of vegetarian seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon of ground pepper, and 1 teaspoon of soy sauce, then mix well and marinate for about 10 minutes for the vegetarian ribs to absorb the spices evenly.
For the chicken thigh mushrooms, add 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1/4 teaspoon of ground pepper, 1/4 teaspoon of vegetarian seasoning, and 1 teaspoon of soy sauce into a bowl, mix well and marinate for about 5 minutes to let the spices penetrate evenly.
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Fried Vegetarian Ribs
Add 100ml of cooking oil to the pan, then add the marinated vegetarian ribs, frying over medium heat for about 4 minutes until the vegetarian ribs are evenly golden, then turn off the heat and transfer to a plate.
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Braised Vegetarian Ribs
Place a new pan on the stove, add about 10ml of cooking oil, wait until the oil is hot, then add minced shallots, sautéing until fragrant, then add the marinated chicken thigh mushrooms.
Sauté evenly over medium heat for about 1 minute, then gradually add 1 tablespoon of chili paste, 1 tablespoon of chili sauce, stir well and braise for another 6 minutes until the braising liquid in the pot boils and the mushrooms are just cooked.
Then add the fried vegetarian ribs along with 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of vegetarian seasoning, 1/3 teaspoon of sugar, and 50ml of filtered water into the pan.
After that, stir well and then add sliced chili and chopped green onions, adjust the seasoning to taste, and sprinkle the remaining chopped green onions on top of the braised dish, then turn off the heat.
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Final Product
The vegetarian ribs stewed with king oyster mushrooms when completed will have an enticing aroma of satay. When eaten, one can feel the tender and crispy taste of the vegetarian ribs combined with the delicious crunchiness of the king oyster mushrooms. The stew is slightly spicy and rich in flavor.
This dish will be fantastic for those who love spicy flavors to choose for cooking and enjoying in the upcoming vegetarian meal!
Suggestions for buying vegetarian spare ribs
- Currently, you can easily buy vegetarian spare ribs at supermarkets, grocery stores, or reputable vegetarian food shops nationwide.
- The price for 150g of vegetarian spare ribs ranges from 50,000 – 60,000 VND (price updated on 12/7/2021)
- When buying vegetarian spare ribs, you should choose bags that have complete information about the origin, expiration date, and nutritional ingredients on the product packaging.
- To feel secure, you should buy vegetarian spare ribs from well-known brands that many people trust, sold at reputable places.
- Do not buy bags of vegetarian spare ribs with torn packaging, deflated bags, or those showing mold spots on the ribs.
Finally, we have gone through 3 ways to make vegetarian spare ribs stewed with mushrooms that are fragrant, flavorful, and appealing for the whole family. Hope the instructions above can help you. Wishing you success with these recipes and a warm vegetarian meal with your family!
