Gà Chay Xào Nấm
Gà Chay Xào Nấm is a delightful vegetarian dish that mimics the flavors of seafood using plant-based ingredients. This stir-fried delicacy combines marinated soy protein with a medley of fresh mushrooms and vibrant vegetables, delivering a savory and satisfying experience.

20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Vietnamese
300 kcal
Ingredients
- Soy protein (mock chicken) - 200 grams
- Mushrooms (shiitake or oyster) - 150 grams, sliced
- Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 1 medium, sliced
- Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
- Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
- Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Vegetarian oyster sauce - 1 tablespoon
- Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
- Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
- Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt - to taste
- Fresh cilantro - for garnish
Steps
- Step 1: Soak the soy protein in warm water for about 10 minutes until softened, then drain and squeeze out excess water.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mix the softened soy protein with soy sauce, vegetarian oyster sauce, black pepper, and salt. Let it marinate for 5 minutes.
- Step 3: Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Step 4: Add the marinated soy protein to the pan and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until lightly browned.
- Step 5: Add sliced mushrooms, bell pepper, and carrot. Stir-fry for another 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet crisp.
- Step 6: Drizzle sesame oil over the stir-fry and add chopped green onions. Toss everything together and cook for another minute.
- Step 7: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Calories: 300
- Protein: 20 g
- Carbs: 28 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Total Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Water: 0.3 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in plant-based protein from soy, supporting muscle health.
- Packed with vitamins and minerals from various vegetables, promoting overall health.
Tags
VietnameseVegetarianSeafood Dish