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As the old saying goes, "Pleurotus eryngii mushrooms are as fragrant as abalone and as smooth as mushrooms." Pleurotus eryngii, a seemingly ordinary mushroom, has an abalone-like flavor and a smooth texture of mushrooms. In Lao Li's restaurant, this dish has become the treasure of the town.
"Boss, why is this oyster mushroom so fragrant?" Xiao Zhang asked curiously.
"Haha, this is Lao Li's unique cheat." Lao Li replied with a smile.
"Really? I don't believe there are any secrets to this oyster mushroom. Xiao Li was skeptical.
"Don't underestimate it, this oyster mushroom, but it has the deliciousness of abalone, the smoothness of mushrooms, and..."
"What else?" Xiao Zhang and Xiao Li asked in unison.
"And..."Lao Li smiled mysteriously, turned around and walked into the kitchen, leaving a string of suspense.
The aroma of oyster mushrooms filled the air, and Xiao Zhang and Li's curiosity was completely ignited. They decided to find out, but unexpectedly encountered a sudden crisis in the kitchen - Lao Li's secret recipe was missing!
"What to do? Tonight's guests are waiting for this dish! Xiao Li was as anxious as an ant on a hot pot.
"Don't panic, although the secret recipe is gone, the taste is still there." Lao Li said calmly.
In the tense atmosphere, Lao Li relied on years of experience to remix the unique flavor. The fragrance of oyster mushrooms wafted out again, and Xiao Zhang and Xiao Li's hanging hearts finally let go.
"That's the beauty of the king oyster mushroom, no matter what difficulties we encounter, it always surprises us." Lao Li said with a smile.
Gastronomy introduction
Pleurotus eryngii, an ingredient that can be seen everywhere in the wet market, has an extraordinary story. It originated in Europe, but it has been revitalized on the land of China. It has a white color, a delicate texture, and a smooth taste, making it ideal for vegetarians.
"This oyster mushroom is really full of color and flavor." Xiao Zhang exclaimed.
"No, it's delicious, it's smooth, it's the best vegetarian." Xiao Li agreed.
Pleurotus eryngii mushrooms are not only delicious, but also rich in protein and a variety of trace elements, making them a good choice for a healthy diet.
Cooking process
Ingredients:
- 500g Pleurotus eryngii
- Garlic cloves 5 grams
- Coriander 10 grams
- 10 ml of chili oil
- Light soy sauce 10ml
- Vinegar 5 ml
- Sugar 5 grams
- Salt to taste
Cooking Steps:
- Prepare the oyster mushrooms: Wash the oyster mushrooms and cut them into thin slices. The trick of this step is that the thinner the cut, the smoother the texture.
- Blanching: Blanch the oyster mushroom slices in boiling water for 30 seconds, then cool in ice water immediately after removal to keep them crisp and tender.
- Prepare the seasoning: Chop the garlic cloves, chop the coriander, and set aside.
- To prepare the sauce: In a bowl, add chili oil, light soy sauce, vinegar, sugar and salt to taste and stir well.
- Mix: Put the cooled oyster mushroom slices, minced garlic and coriander into a large bowl, pour in the prepared sauce and mix well.
- Marinate: Marinate the mixed oyster mushrooms in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to add flavor to the flavor.
- Serving: Place the marinated oyster mushrooms on a plate, sprinkle with coriander and serve.
Regional flavors
In Sichuan, people like to add pepper oil to cold oyster mushrooms to increase the spicy taste; In Guangdong, people like to add some shredded ginger and sesame oil to highlight its light flavor. People from different regions have created a variety of ways to eat according to their tastes.
"This oyster mushroom, in our Sichuan, but we need to add pepper oil." Lao Li said.
"What about in Guangdong?" Xiao Zhang asked curiously.
"Cantonese people like light, they will add shredded ginger and sesame oil." Lao Li replied.
Cooking tips
- The thinner the oyster mushrooms are cut, the better the taste.
- Cooling immediately after blanching will keep the oyster mushrooms crisp and tender.
- When preparing the sauce, the proportions should be moderate so that the flavor is not too heavy.
- The marinating time should not be too long, so as not to become too soft and rotten.
- When serving, you can sprinkle some cilantro to add color and flavor.
Popular science knowledge
- Pleurotus eryngii is rich in protein and trace elements, which are very helpful for boosting immunity.
- The origin of the king oyster mushroom is Europe, but it is very popular on the Chinese table.
- The name of the oyster mushroom comes from its taste, which combines the freshness of abalone with the smoothness of mushrooms.
- Pleurotus eryngii is called by different names in different cultures, such as "gray mushroom" in Italy.
The flavor of the king oyster mushroom is unique, whether it is served cold or stir-fried, it can show its deliciousness. Its smooth texture and umami flavor make for a long aftertaste. Try this simple cold oyster mushroom salad at home and enjoy the fun of cooking.
Question interaction
- Which flavor do you prefer? Spicy or light?
- Do you have any unique tips for cooking oyster mushrooms at home?
- Which part of the king oyster mushroom do you think is the best?
- Have you tried other mushroom salads? Share your experience!
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