Chinese Shiitake Mushroom Stuffing Recipes

STICKY RICE STUFFING WITH CHINESE SAUSAGE AND SHIITAKES

Steps:

• Rinse the rice in a colander, and then transfer to a medium bowl. Cover with 1 inch of water and let soak at room temperature overnight. Drain thoroughly.
• Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add the pine nuts and toast, stirring, until golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside, reserving skillet.
• Return skillet to medium heat and add oil. When oil is hot, add the shallots and mushrooms and cook, stirring, until the shallots are golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the sausage and cook until the sausages curl slightly, 1 minute more. Add the sherry, bring to a boil, and cook until syrupy, about 1 minute. Add the soy sauce, chestnuts, rice, and toasted pine nuts and toss until the rice kernels are evenly coated. Stir in the broth or water and season with salt. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat until the rice is cooked, 20 to 25 minutes.
• Garnish rice "stuffing" with sliced scallions before serving.

CHINESE SHIITAKE MUSHROOM STUFFING

Steps:

• *Chinese sausage is available in many Asian markets. 1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Lightly grease a 2 1/2- to 3-quart casserole dish and set aside. 2. Heat a wok or large skillet over high heat. Carefully add the vegetable oil, swirling to coat the sides. Add the Chinese sausage or bacon and the ginger, and stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the carrots, water chestnuts, mushrooms, and green onions, and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Remove the wok from the heat. 3. Add the stuffing mix, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and pepper to the wok, and stir to combine. Stir in just enough water or broth to moisten. 4. Transfer the stuffing to the prepared dish, cover, and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until heated through. If a crisp top is desired, uncover the dish and bake for 10 additional minutes.