Description
A flavorful and healthy Thai-inspired King Oyster Mushroom Salad made with steamed mushrooms, aromatic chili oil, sesame, and fresh herbs. This salad is light, spicy, and full of umami flavor, perfect as a side dish or a main for vegetarian and vegan meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 King oyster mushrooms, halved
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1 tbsp pepper powder, mixed with 1 tsp pepper flakes
- 1 dried chili pepper, cut into small sections
- 2 fresh Thai red peppers, cut into small circles
- 1 tbsp chopped garlic
- 1/2 tbsp chopped ginger
- 3 tbsp hot oil for drizzling
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1/2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- Chopped spring onion and coriander for garnish
Instructions
- Slightly wash the king oyster mushrooms to remove any dirt on the surface, then halve each mushroom.
- Place the mushrooms in a steamer and steam for 10 minutes until softened.
- Transfer the mushrooms out, let them cool slightly, then shred by hand into thin pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine salt, sugar, dried chili pepper, fresh pepper circles, pepper powder, chopped garlic, and chopped ginger.
- Heat the oil until very hot, then drizzle it over the aromatics to release their aroma.
- Add oyster sauce, sesame oil, light soy sauce, and toasted sesame seeds to the bowl, and mix everything well.
- Add the shredded mushrooms and toss until fully coated with the dressing.
- Let the salad rest for 5 minutes so the flavors blend together.
- Mix in chopped spring onion and coriander, then transfer to a serving plate and garnish with more herbs before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan version, replace the oyster sauce with a mushroom-based or soy alternative.
- Adjust chili levels to your taste preference for mild or extra spicy versions.
- Serve warm or chilled, both ways taste great.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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