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How to Make Stir-Fried Wood Ear Mushrooms: A Simple Guide

Stir-fried wood ear mushrooms is a quick, healthy, and versatile dish loved for its crispy texture and umami flavor. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making it effortlessly.

Ingredients:

- 50g dried wood ear mushrooms (soaked in warm water for 20 minutes until soft, then sliced)

- 2 cloves garlic (minced)

- 1 green bell pepper (julienned)

- 1 carrot (shredded)

- 1 tbsp soy sauce

- 1 tsp oyster sauce (optional)

- ½ tsp sugar

- Salt to taste

- 2 tbsp cooking oil

Steps:

1. Prep the Mushrooms: Soak dried wood ears until plump, remove stems, and slice into thin strips. Drain well.

2. Stir-Fry Aromatics: Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).

3. Cook Vegetables: Add carrots and bell peppers, stir-fry for 2 minutes until slightly softened.

4. Combine and Season: Toss in wood ear mushrooms, stir-fry for 1 minute. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.

5. Finish and Serve: Cook for another 30 seconds until everything is heated through. Transfer to a plate and enjoy hot!

Tips: For extra flavor, add a dash of sesame oil or a few slices of chili. This dish pairs perfectly with steamed rice and makes a nutritious, low-calorie meal. Enjoy the crisp, earthy goodness of homemade stir-fried wood ears!

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