Mực Chay Xào Sả Ớt

Mực Chay Xào Sả Ớt is a vibrant vegetarian dish that captures the essence of Vietnamese flavors with a spicy lemongrass and chili stir-fry, mimicking the taste of seafood using plant-based ingredients. This dish is perfect for those seeking a healthy and delicious alternative to traditional seafood meals.

Ingredients

• Shiitake mushrooms - 200 grams
• King oyster mushrooms - 200 grams
• Lemongrass - 2 stalks, finely chopped
• Bird's eye chili - 2, finely sliced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. Clean and slice the shiitake and king oyster mushrooms into thin strips resembling squid.
2. In a large pan or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and chopped lemongrass to the pan, sautéing until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
4. Add the sliced mushrooms to the pan and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes, until they are tender and slightly browned.
5. Stir in the sliced bird's eye chili, soy sauce, sugar, black pepper, and salt, cooking for another 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
6. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 14 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 550 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from mushrooms, which help boost the immune system.
• Lemongrass has anti-inflammatory properties and aids in digestion.

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