Shiitakecidersaute Recipes

SHIITAKE-CHICKEN SLIDERS

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine the vinegar and sugar. Add cucumber and toss to coat; set aside., In a large skillet, saute mushrooms in canola oil until tender. Add garlic and ginger; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat., In a large bowl, combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, onions, salt, pepper flakes and mushrooms. Crumble chicken over mixture and mix well. Shape into 18 patties., Grill burgers, covered, on a greased grill rack over medium heat until a thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear, 3-4 minutes on each side., For sauce, in a small saucepan, combine the water, peanut butter, brown sugar, rice vinegar, soy sauce, cornstarch and chili sauce until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes., Serve burgers on rolls with sauce and sliced cucumber.

GARLIC SAUTEED SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS

Steps:

• Combine butter and garlic in saute pan. Heat until butter is melted and garlic starts to sizzle, about 30 seconds. Do not let garlic brown.
• Add mushrooms and saute 3 to 4 minutes, turning until lightly browned. Season to taste with salt and pepper, sprinkle with parsley and serve.

SAUTEED SPINACH AND SHIITAKES

Steps:

• In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium. Add mushrooms; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate (reserve skillet).
• Heat remaining tablespoon oil in skillet. Add as much spinach as will fit; season with salt and pepper. Toss spinach, adding more to skillet as room becomes available. Cook until tender, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat, drain off any excess liquid, and stir in vinegar. Top spinach with mushrooms.