Here’s a quick and flavorful Shiitake Chicken Stir-Fry recipe:
Ingredients:
For the Stir-Fry:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (thinly sliced)
8 oz (225 g) fresh shiitake mushrooms (stems removed, caps sliced)
1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
1 cup snap peas or green beans
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1-inch piece ginger (grated)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
For the Sauce:
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with
2 tablespoons water (for thickening)
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)Garnish:
Sliced green onionsSesame seeds
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Sauce:In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
2. Cook the Chicken:
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.Add the sliced chicken and stir-fry until golden and cooked through (about 5 minutes). Remove and set aside.
3. Cook the Vegetables:
Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Toss in shiitake mushrooms and stir-fry for 2 minutes until softened.
Add garlic, ginger, bell pepper, and snap peas. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
4. Combine and Sauce:
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet.Pour the sauce over the mixture and stir to coat evenly.
Add the cornstarch slurry and stir for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
5. Serve:
Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
Enjoy your flavorful, umami-rich stir-fry!