Today, let’s add to your vegetarian menu with 3 super delicious steamed straw mushrooms with lemongrass and garlic dishes to enjoy! I’m sure the flavors of these dishes will not disappoint you. Let’s get cooking and make these vegetarian dishes right away!
1. Steamed straw mushrooms with lemongrass and garlic
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Preparation
5 minutes
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Cooking
5 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Steamed Straw Mushrooms with Lemongrass and Garlic Serves 4
Straw mushrooms 700 gr Lemongrass 300 gr (4 stalks) Lime 1 fruit Minced garlic 1 tablespoon Cooking oil 1 tablespoon Salt 1 teaspoon (fruit salt) Common spices a little (salt/ sugar/ ground pepper)
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How to prepare Lemongrass and Garlic Steamed Straw Mushrooms
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Prepare the straw mushrooms and lemongrass
After purchasing the straw mushrooms, use a knife to cut off the root part of the mushrooms.
Then add 1 teaspoon of salt, 800ml of water, and the juice of 3 lemon slices into a bowl. Stir well, then cut the straw mushrooms in half and soak them in the diluted lemon salt water for about 5 minutes, then rinse with clean water.
Wash the lemongrass with water, then slice the white part of the lemongrass thinly. The remaining stalk and leaves should be crushed with the side of a knife and cut into pieces about 3 finger lengths long.
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Marinate the mushrooms
Add the straw mushrooms along with 1 teaspoon of dried salt, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of ground pepper, and the sliced lemongrass into the bowl.
Then mix well and marinate for about 3 minutes for the mushrooms to absorb the flavors.
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Steaming with lemongrass
Layer 1 section of lemongrass, 1 layer of marinated straw mushrooms evenly with spices, and cut lemongrass sections spread evenly on the surface, then add 100ml of water into the pot. Then, cover and steam for about 5 – 7 minutes until the mushrooms are cooked, then turn off the heat.
Next, add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of cooking oil into the pan, then fry on high heat until the garlic turns golden and fragrant, then pour both the oil and golden garlic into the steamed mushroom pot.
Finally, just mix well and you can scoop it out onto a plate and enjoy!
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Finished Product
The steamed straw mushrooms with lemongrass will have an enticing aroma of steamed lemongrass and fried garlic once completed. When eating the straw mushrooms, they are flavorful, especially when paired with hot, sticky white rice and a bit of raw vegetables, and lettuce will make it incredibly delicious.
2. Steamed Straw Mushrooms with Lemongrass and Lime
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Preparation
5 minutes
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Cooking
10 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Steamed Straw Mushrooms with Lemongrass and Lime Serves 4 people
Straw mushrooms 300 gr Lemongrass 4 stalks Lime leaves 10 gr (20 leaves) Chopped ginger 10 gr (1 teaspoon) Chopped chili 1/4 teaspoon Vegetarian fish sauce 3 tablespoons Vegetarian seasoning powder 1 teaspoon Ground pepper/sugar a little Cooking oil 1 teaspoon
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How to make Lemon Grass Steamed Straw Mushrooms
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Prepare and marinate the straw mushrooms
After buying straw mushrooms, cut off the root part, then wash them thoroughly with diluted salt water and rinse again with clean water, then remove them and place them in a bowl with 1 teaspoon of cooking oil, 1 teaspoon of vegetarian seasoning, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground pepper.
Use a spoon to mix well for the spices to coat evenly and marinate the mushrooms for 5 minutes.
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Make the dipping sauce
Gradually add 2 tablespoons of sugar, 3 tablespoons of vegetarian fish sauce, 1 teaspoon of minced ginger, and 1/4 teaspoon of minced chili into a bowl.
Then use a spoon to stir until all the ingredients are dissolved.
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Steam with lemongrass
Wash the lemongrass thoroughly, crush it, and cut it into pieces about 2.5 – 3 finger lengths.
Next, line the bottom of the steamer with a layer of crushed lemongrass and 12 lime leaves, then add the marinated mushrooms and cover the surface of the mushrooms with 7 more lime leaves.
Then place it in a pot filled with water up to 1/3 of the pot, cover the steamer, and steam for about 10 minutes to enjoy this delicious dish!
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Final Product
The lemongrass and lime steamed straw mushrooms when completed will have a strong aroma of lime leaves combined with the distinctive fragrance of lemongrass. The mushrooms are flavorful and crunchy, served with white rice and dipped in sweet and sour fish sauce, making it super appetizing! Give it a try now!
3. Lemongrass and Tofu Steamed Straw Mushrooms
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Preparation
10 minutes
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Processing
5 minutes
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Difficulty Level
Easy
Ingredients for Lemongrass and Tofu Steamed Straw Mushrooms Serves 4
Straw mushrooms 700 gr White tofu 1 piece Carrot 1 root Lemongrass 7 stalks Vietnamese coriander 4 stalks Vegetarian seasoning 1/3 teaspoon Olive oil 1 teaspoon Common spices a little (salt/ sugar/ ground pepper)
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to choose good tofu
- You should choose tofu that has a creamy white color, feels light when held, has a smooth surface, and has a faint aroma of soybeans.
- Avoid buying tofu pieces that are yellowing, feel heavy when held, and have a faint smell of lime, as these pieces have been mixed with gypsum, which can be very harmful to your health if consumed.
- For safety, you should buy tofu at reputable tofu production shops, or you can try making tofu at home with simple and detailed steps, guided by TasteVN.
How to choose fresh carrots
- Fresh carrots will have a deep orange color, shiny skin, and green leaves firmly attached to the root.
- Moreover, the best carrots will have a moderate size, straight shape tapering towards the tail, and smooth skin.
- Additionally, when buying, you should choose roots that feel firm when pressed with your hand, not soft or mushy.
- Do not choose carrots that have wilted or bruised tops, damaged bodies, slimy parts, or appear with dark spots.
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How to prepare Lemongrass Steamed Straw Mushrooms with Tofu
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Prepare the ingredients
After buying straw mushrooms, cut off the mushroom stems; if any mushrooms are large, you can chop them into smaller pieces for easier eating. Soak them in diluted salt water for about 30 minutes, then rinse them twice with clean water and drain.
Next, place a pot on the stove, add 500ml of water and 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and boil over medium heat for about 2 minutes until the water boils. Then, add the tofu you just bought, turning each side for 1 minute, then remove the tofu and cut it into rectangular pieces for easy eating.
Wash the lemongrass, cut off the tops, and drain. Then, use the flat side of a knife to crush the tops and cut them into small pieces about 2.5 – 3 finger lengths long.
As for the carrot, peel it, wash it, and carve it into flower shapes, then slice it thinly for easy eating.
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Marinated mushrooms and tofu
With white tofu, marinate it with 1/2 teaspoon of sugar, 1/3 teaspoon of vegetarian seasoning, 1/3 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of ground pepper, and 1 teaspoon of olive oil for 2 minutes.
After removing the mushrooms, place them in a bowl, then add 1 teaspoon of sugar, 2/3 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper, mix well and marinate for 2 minutes.
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Steaming with lemongrass
Place the cut lemongrass at the bottom of the pot, then layer in the marinated straw mushrooms, marinated tofu, carrots, and the remaining lemongrass.
Add 1 teaspoon of pepper and 100ml of water to the pot, then place it on the stove, cover, and steam over medium heat for about 5 minutes until the mushrooms are cooked. Turn off the heat, serve on a plate and enjoy.
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Final Product
The steamed lemongrass straw mushrooms with tofu will emit an enticing aroma of lemongrass. The tofu is marinated and steamed until soft and very palatable, while the straw mushrooms are sweet and crunchy, rich in flavor combined with sweet, crunchy carrots.
Dip them in salt and pepper with lime, and adding a bit of Vietnamese coriander makes your meal both unique and delicious enough to clean out your family’s rice pot! Let’s get cooking and try it out now!
How to choose fresh and delicious straw mushrooms
- You should choose straw mushrooms that have not bloomed yet, are still in bud form, have a slightly round shape, and are of uniform size, not too big and not too small.
- When selecting straw mushrooms, you should prioritize those that are black or gray in color as they are usually tastier than the white ones.
- You should not choose straw mushrooms that feel hard when you press them with your hand, as these mushrooms have become dried out and will not taste good.
How to properly prepare straw mushrooms
- After purchasing the straw mushrooms, use a knife to cut off the mushroom stems, then rinse them briefly in a mixture of water and rice flour for about 1 minute.
- Then, soak them for an additional 5 minutes in the same mixture and rinse thoroughly with water about 2 – 3 times.
- To avoid the straw mushrooms becoming soft and losing moisture, you should not wash or soak them in saltwater.
Finally, we have gone through 3 ways to make steamed straw mushrooms with lemongrass that are delicious and simple for family meals. We hope that through the steps above, you can successfully prepare these 3 delicious dishes!
