Enoki mushrooms: a culinary discovery with an oriental taste. What are enoki mushrooms?
Originating from East Asia, enoki mushrooms are characterized by a long, thin stalk and a white bell-shaped cap. Their delicate flavor and crunchy texture make them a versatile ingredient perfect for various preparations.
How to use them in the kitchen?
Enoki mushrooms can be used in various ways: sautéed in a pan, as a side dish or ingredient for main courses, soups, and salads. They are also great as a garnish for meat or fish-based main courses.
Enoki mushrooms: a crunchy delight in 10 minutes.
Looking for a tasty and quick side dish to prepare? Enoki mushrooms are the perfect answer! With their crunchy texture and delicate flavor, these Japanese mushrooms are a true touch of class in the kitchen. In this recipe, we will show you how to cook enoki mushrooms in the pan in just 10 minutes, obtaining a simple yet flavorful dish that will wow your guests.
Ready to dive into a flavor explosion? Start your culinary experience with this easy and quick recipe!
Enoki Mushrooms: where to find them? Simple! Here are some specialized stores like NaturaSì or Bio c’è.
Ethnic food stores: Particularly those that are Asian, sell fresh enoki mushrooms.
Online: Various Italian websites sell fresh and preserved enoki mushrooms. Choose a reliable site with refrigerated shipping.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Rest time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 5
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
- Energy 16.87 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 1.90 (g) of which sugars 1.13 (g)
- Proteins 1.60 (g)
- Fat 0.68 (g) of which saturated 0.10 (g)of which unsaturated 0.49 (g)
- Fibers 0.52 (g)
- Sodium 8.51 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 85 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 7 oz enoki mushrooms
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- to taste Sichuan pepper
- 2 tbsp ponzu sauce
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 fresh scallion (White)
- 1 bunch cilantro (Or parsley)
Tools
- 1 Wok
Steps
Remove them from the package. Enoki mushrooms are usually sold in packages to preserve their freshness and integrity. Cut the stem, removing the end part of the stem, about 3/4 inch from the root, using a sharp knife. Rinse them gently under cold running water to remove any impurities.
Next, add to the pan and sauté over high heat one finely chopped clove of garlic, one finely chopped white scallion, Sichuan peppercorns (optional), and fresh chopped cilantro (or parsley). Stir continuously for 2-3 minutes, until the ingredients are fragrant and the scallion is softened. If you prefer, you can substitute cilantro with parsley and Sichuan pepper with black pepper.
Add the enoki mushrooms to the sauté and stir to flavor them with the oil and spices. Cook over high heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously, until the mushrooms are slightly softened. This way, the mushrooms will blend well with the sauté and release their flavor.
Once the enoki mushrooms are softened, I added a teaspoon of oyster sauce and 2 tablespoons of ponzu sauce to balance the flavor. The result is a savory dish with a slight touch of acidity. The savory flavor of the oyster sauce is well balanced by the slight acidity of the ponzu sauce.
Finally, mix everything and cook over high heat for another two minutes, just enough time to blend all the ingredients well. After turning off the heat, let it rest in the pan for about ten minutes to bring out all the aromas of the pepper and spices.
The enoki mushrooms are ready in less than 10 minutes to be enjoyed as you like as a side dish or to enrich your favorite dishes. You can add sesame seeds if you like them. Enjoy from DadCook!.
Tips and advice
Enoki mushrooms are a versatile and tasty ingredient that can be used in many different ways. They are ready in less than 10 minutes and can be enjoyed as you like as a side dish or to enrich your favorite dishes. You can add enoki mushrooms to a variety of dishes, including:
Soups: Add enoki mushrooms to a miso or ramen soup for a touch of flavor and texture.
Salads: Sauté them with vegetables and tofu for a healthy and tasty vegetarian meal, or add them to a rice or quinoa salad for some protein and fiber.
Rice and noodle dishes: Use them as a garnish for a stir-fried noodle or rice dish.Enoki mushrooms are a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, potassium, and zinc. They are also low in calories and fat, making them a healthy addition to any diet.
Try adding enoki mushrooms to your favorite dishes for an extra touch of flavor and nutrition!
Tips: You can add sesame seeds to enoki mushrooms for a more intense flavor.
If you want to save enoki mushrooms for later, you can cook them and then freeze them. Enoki mushrooms are a great substitute for other types of mushrooms, like champignons or button mushrooms.
Let me know if you have any other questions or if you need help finding recipes that use enoki mushrooms.
Enjoy your meal!
Enjoy your meal!
