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Korean cuisine is an explosion of flavors, where sweet, sour, spicy, and umami come together. Yes, the "fifth taste," also known as umami, is characteristic not only of Japanese cuisine but also of Korean cuisine. It respects fermented products, loves dishes with deep, rich flavors, and is not afraid of spices. That is why pickled salads are a must-have element on a Korean table, as they perfectly complement both rice and meat dishes.
Using this knowledge, we tried to experiment with Korean flavors and decided to prepare a salad with erinji mushrooms. These mushrooms, also known as king oyster mushrooms, wonderfully absorb the flavors of the marinade, becoming juicy and aromatic. Sesame, soy sauce, and rice vinegar add depth, while carrots and bell peppers provide pleasant texture and freshness. As a result, we get a dish that combines the tenderness of mushrooms, the spiciness of the spices, and the characteristic Asian balance of salty, sour, and sweet. We will tell and show you further what we came up with.
Time required: 25-30 minutes Difficulty: 2 out of 5 Cost: average
We will need:
- 250 g of erinji mushrooms
- 1 medium carrot
- ½ sweet bell pepper
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- a few sprigs of green onion
For the marinade:
- soy sauce - 10 ml
- rice vinegar - 10 ml
- mirin (or sugar) - 10 ml
- sesame oil - 5 ml
Preparation
We cut the erinji mushrooms into thin strips, and the carrot and pepper into julienne.
We quickly sauté the sliced erinji mushrooms in a pan until softened, without adding salt.
We finely chop the garlic and prepare the marinade:
in a bowl, we mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and mirin (which can be replaced with sugar).
To the bowl with the vegetables and sautéed erinji mushrooms, we add the marinade and mix thoroughly. We let it sit in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to allow all the flavors to combine.
Before serving, we sprinkle the salad with sesame seeds and chopped green onion.
Enjoy your meal!
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