Preparation
5 minutes Cooking
20 minutes Serves
1-2 people
Crispy wood ear mushrooms are a popular snack, loved for their delicious flavor, crisp texture, and simple preparation. This dish can be served as an appetizer, paired with white rice, or enjoyed as a savory snack. Learn how to make this mouthwatering treat with our easy-to-follow guide!
1 Ingredients for Crispy Wood Ear Mushrooms
- 30g
- 1 package of rice paper wrappers
- Assorted herbs and vegetables for serving
- 1 lime
- 1 small knob of ginger
- 1 chili pepper
- Seasonings: salt, pepper, vegan fish sauce
Ingredients for a tasty treat
2 How to Make Crispy Wood Ear Mushrooms
Step 1 Prepare the Ingredients
Rinse the wood ear mushrooms and soak them in water for about an hour to soften. Then, cut the mushrooms into thin strips.
Wash and dry the herbs and vegetables. Peel and rinse the ginger.
Get everything ready
Step 2 Marinate the Mushrooms
Place the mushrooms in a bowl and season with 1 teaspoon of vegan seasoning powder. Mix well.
Add some flavor
Step 3 Roll the Mushrooms in Rice Paper
Lay a rice paper wrapper on a flat surface. If it’s stiff, dampen it slightly with water. Place the marinated mushrooms in the center and roll it up.
Roll it up
Step 4 Fry the Mushrooms
Heat oil in a pan over the stove. Once the oil is hot, fry the rice paper rolls over low heat until the wrapper is crispy.
Fry until crispy
Step 5 Make the Dipping Sauce
In a mortar and pestle, pound the ginger and chili pepper into a paste. In a bowl, mix 2 teaspoons of lime juice, 2 teaspoons of sugar, 3 teaspoons of vegan fish sauce, and the ginger-chili paste.
A tasty dip
Step 6 Serve and Enjoy
Cut the rolls into bite-sized pieces and serve with the dipping sauce. It’s that simple!
Tasty treats
3 Serving Suggestions
These crispy wood ear mushrooms are delicious as a snack or a side dish. Wrap them in fresh herbs and vegetables and dip them in the spicy ginger sauce.
The combination of the crispy rice paper, tender mushrooms, and tangy sauce is truly irresistible.
A tasty treat
Now you know how to make this delicious and unique snack at home. Give it a try and enjoy the crispy, savory goodness!
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