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How to Cook Shiitake Mushrooms with Bok Choy: A Simple Guide

Shiitake mushrooms with bok choy is a nutritious and delicious Chinese dish, loved for its fresh flavors and easy preparation. Here’s a basic guide to making it perfectly.

Ingredients:

200g fresh shiitake mushrooms, 300g bok choy, 2 cloves garlic (sliced), 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp oyster sauce, ½ tsp sugar, salt, and cooking oil.

Steps:

1. Prep the vegetables: Clean the mushrooms, remove stems, and slice caps. Wash bok choy and cut into 4-inch lengths. Blanch bok choy in boiling water for 30 seconds, then drain.

2. Cook the mushrooms: Heat oil in a wok over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant, then add shiitake mushrooms. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until tender.

3. Season and combine: Mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar in a bowl. Pour the sauce over the mushrooms, stir well, and cook for 1 minute. Add the blanched bok choy, toss gently, and season with a pinch of salt.

4. Serve: Transfer to a plate and enjoy hot!

Tips: For extra umami, add a dash of sesame oil or a pinch of cornstarch to thicken the sauce. This dish pairs perfectly with steamed rice. Enjoy your healthy homemade meal!