Sizzling Fried King O'ster Mushroom In A Black Pepper Sauce Recipe

1. Clean the king oyster mushrooms with a damp cloth and cut them into thick slices or batons, about 1/2 inch thick.

2. Toss mushroom pieces in 3 tablespoons of cornstarch until evenly coated. Shake off excess.

3. Heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a non-stick or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.

4. Add the mushrooms in batches and fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 2–3 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

5. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, water, sugar, and black pepper. In a separate bowl, mix 1 tsp cornstarch with 1 tbsp water to make a slurry.

6. In the same pan, add 1 tbsp of oil. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

7. Pour in the black pepper sauce mixture and bring to a simmer. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute.

8. Add the fried mushrooms to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.

9. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve sizzling hot, ideally on a preheated cast iron plate.