Have you seen this in the Asian market and wondering what it is? It is called king oyster mushroom which is also referring to as almond abalone mushroom in China as when it is cooked, the texture is similar to that of abalone. I was told of this mushroom when shopping with Lily (she introduced me to a lot of things eh...hehe). She told me this is the fresh abalone mushroom (instead of canned) that we read about in the forum. I was like really and quickly grabbed one to try. Since that day, I have been buying this mushroom every time I was in an Asian market. I really like the meaty white steam as well as the cap as this mushroom really soaked up the flavor of the broth you cooked it in.
This is what I came out with. Just a simply stir-fry and then cooked it in a oyster sauce flavored broth and top on green veggie. So good man, even my hubby finished it all. I also stir-fry this mushroom with sliced chicken breasts for variation. If you spot this mushroom in the store next time, do give it a try ya! :)
i love all sorts of mushroom! Will definitely keep a look out for this the next time I visit the Asian grocery store!
ReplyDeleteI think I have seen this but have not bought it to try yet. Is it also call trumpet mushroom? I thought I've seen this trumpet name too and your picture really looks like trumpet leh!
ReplyDeleteThere was a time I kept buying bunashimeji mushrooms whenever I go to the Asian grocery. Then I stopped for a while.
Don't tell me the King Oyster gonna strike me soon?
I love this mushroom! Over here, the Korean Markets has better one's. They also have some already sliced (which I love to get ... especially eating hot pot!!)
ReplyDeleteBTW, have you tried it with fried eggs?? Just mince it, then lightly pan fry (sometimes with onions, sometimes with garlic, sometimes just plain), then add beaten eggs.
Yummy! My son likes this with rice!!
Those look delicious, I'm going to keep an eye out for these.
ReplyDeleteI am so hungry sitting here before breakfast and your dish makes my tummy rumble. Something so simple yet satisfying.
ReplyDeleteWow! These are mushrooms with big stems and cute little hats! :)
ReplyDeleteLovely dish!
I love mushrooms!!! I agree with u that oyster mushrooms are so versatile and they soaked up all the lovely sauces!! I did spot one packet last week but it wasn't fresh =( nevermind, I just have to keep looking! hehee
ReplyDeleteHi Mandy,
ReplyDeleteThen you will probably like this!
Hi Tigerfish,
Yeah, it's also called king trumpet mushroom. Hehe, whether king oyster gonna strike you or not depends on how you like it.
Hi Tricia,
Yeah, I bought mine in a Korean supermarket. I love your idea of frying it with eggs, will try it next time! Thanks! :)
Hi Kelly,
Thanks! I hope you will like it too.
Hehe.. singairishgirl, sorry to make your tummy rumble!
Thanks V. Give it a try!
Hi Daphne,
ReplyDeleteGood luck in finding the fresh one. By the way, this mushroom has longer shelve life in the refrigerator compared to other mushrooms.
Yummm..I bet its taste so good. I love mushrooms.
ReplyDeletevery interesting, am never seen those mushroom, i wonder really delicious ;)
ReplyDeleteLooks so strange and yet so delicious and simple. A real winner.
ReplyDeleteThanks Retno, Lia & BBOven! :)
ReplyDeleteThis is really a simple recipe which suits my tastebud. I've always stir-fry this type of vege with prawns or meat until I came across your recipe.
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