We had some leftover enoki and bunashimeji mushrooms, so we tried this recipe: http://www.beyondkimchee.com/mushroom-rice-bowl/. Because the amount of heat was higher than expected and the sauce very salty, we recommend reducing the pepper flakes and fresh pepper by half and reducing the soy sauce from 7 Tbsp to 4 Tbsp. Other modifications: first, to make… Continue reading Korean three-mushroom rice with minced pork topping
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Japanese savory steamed egg custards with mushrooms (kinoko no chawan mushi)
We finally used our new ramekins! This recipe involves eggs mixed with seasoned chicken broth (or vegetarian broth, if making vegetarian) that is poured over a mix of delicate mushrooms (here, bunashimeji (brown beech) and enoki mushrooms) and then steamed in a Chinese steamer for about 15 mins. Here, we used a mix of Chinese… Continue reading Japanese savory steamed egg custards with mushrooms (kinoko no chawan mushi)
Pan-seared king oyster mushrooms
I came across this recipe at a Korean supermarket, where they were doing a cooking demonstration. Heat oil (sesame oil is recommended) in a sauté pan, then add king oyster mushroom (cut into slices). Season with salt and black pepper, and then let brown on each side. (May 2013)
Southern Chinese buddhist vegetarian noodles
I made this dish for Kai, who loves cellophane noodles. Boil sweet potato noodles (aka cellophane noodles, or dang myun) until tender, then drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside. Heat oil in a large wok, then saute minced garlic and sliced onion until wilted. Add mungbean sprouts, Chinese long beans (here, green beans… Continue reading Southern Chinese buddhist vegetarian noodles
Chinese bean thread noodles with enoki mushrooms
I love enoki mushrooms, and when I saw them at H-Mart this weekend, I decided to make this dish. Once you prep all of the ingredients, the cooking time is quite short. Soak 2 oz dried black mushrooms in warm water; when soft, drain and cut into slices. Separately, take a package (about 14 oz)… Continue reading Chinese bean thread noodles with enoki mushrooms
Poached salmon in miso soup
This recipe is from Gordon Ramsay’s Home Cooking, a gift from my friend Michelle. (Sept. 2014)
Korean soy-braised beef with mushrooms and hot peppers (jang jo rim)
This is one of my childhood favorites, something that always reminds me of my mom. Cut 2 ½ to 3 lbs of boneless stewing beef (such as flank or beef chuck) into bite-sized cubes (1.5-2") and place in the bottom of a large pressure cooker. Cover with 1 ½ cups soy sauce and ½ cup… Continue reading Korean soy-braised beef with mushrooms and hot peppers (jang jo rim)
Korean wakame seaweed soup with beef (miyuk guk)
Soak about 1-2 oz dried wakame seaweed in room temperature water and set aside. Saute 1/2 lb lean beef (cut into bite-sized pieces) in a little oil. When browned, add 5-6 shiitake mushrooms (fresh or reconstituted dry), cut into ½" slices Sauté until fragrant, then add 2 large Yukon potatoes (or 1 large Russet potato) cut into large, bite-sized chunks (here,… Continue reading Korean wakame seaweed soup with beef (miyuk guk)
Grilled vegetable antipasti
We followed this recipe: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/grilled-vegetable-antipasti-recipe-1911133 but swapped out some veggies. The recipe calls for a 1:4 ratio of red wine vinegar to olive oil, but we typically use a 1:3 ratio of vinegar (½ red wine, ½ balsamic) and olive oil. Here, we marinated portobellos, bell peppers (yellow, orange, and red), cauliflower, broccoli, and eggplant.… Continue reading Grilled vegetable antipasti
Chinese hot and sour soup (suan la tang)
Once you have all of your components ready, this soup comes together quickly. First, soak ½ cup shiitake mushrooms, ¼ cup dried lily buds, and ½ cup dried black mushrooms in warm water for about 30 mins (use separate bowls for each). Drain and set aside. Second, prep your ingredients: julienne 2 oz of pork… Continue reading Chinese hot and sour soup (suan la tang)
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