fry celery with mushrooms

How to Make Stir-Fried Shiitake Mushrooms with Celery

Stir-fried shiitake mushrooms with celery is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish that balances earthy mushrooms with crisp, refreshing celery. Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to prepare it.

Ingredients:

- 200g fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems removed and sliced

- 300g celery, cut into 2-inch segments

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 tbsp soy sauce

- 1 tsp oyster sauce (optional)

- 1/2 tsp sugar

- 1 tbsp vegetable oil

- Salt to taste

- Sesame oil (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prep the ingredients: Clean the mushrooms and pat dry. Slice them thinly. Wash celery and cut into bite-sized pieces. Mince garlic.

2. Blanch celery (optional): For extra crispness, blanch celery in boiling water for 1 minute, then drain.

3. Cook mushrooms: Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until they soften and release liquid. Increase heat to evaporate excess moisture, then remove mushrooms.

4. Stir-fry aromatics: Add a little more oil to the wok, sauté garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).

5. Combine ingredients: Return mushrooms to the wok, add celery, and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Toss in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Mix well and cook for 1 more minute.

6. Season and serve: Adjust salt to taste, drizzle with sesame oil, and toss. Serve hot with rice or noodles.

This dish is packed with umami and nutrients, making it a perfect weeknight meal. Enjoy the harmony of textures and flavors!