Chinese Stuffed Mushrooms

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Servings: 1 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Savory mushroom caps filled with a seasoned pork and aromatic vegetable mixture
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Chinese Stuffed Mushrooms

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 132.0

Description

These Chinese-style stuffed mushrooms are a delightful appetizer that balances earthy, savory flavors with delicate textures. The tender mushroom caps serve as perfect vessels for a rich filling made from lean ground pork, fresh ginger, green onions, and crisp vegetables. Seasoned with soy sauce, rice wine, and a touch of hoisin, the filling delivers an authentic umami punch. Lightly battered and fried until golden, they offer a satisfying crunch on the outside while remaining juicy within. Ideal for dinner parties, potlucks, or as an elegant starter before the main course, these bites are impressive yet approachable. Simple to assemble with common pantry staples, this recipe brings home-style comfort to your table.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Clean the mushrooms and remove stems. Chop stems finely or discard if desired.
  2. Finely dice green onions, red or green pepper, celery, and grate the fresh ginger root.
  3. In a bowl, combine the minced pork, chopped vegetables, ginger, cornstarch, rice wine, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and egg white. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
  4. Spoon the pork mixture into the hollowed mushroom caps, pressing gently to fill.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  6. Lightly coat the stuffed mushrooms in all-purpose flour, shaking off excess.
  7. Carefully lower mushrooms into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
  8. Remove mushrooms with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 132.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.8g3%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 30.0mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 19.8g7%
Dietary Fiber 6.0g24%
Sugars 12.0g
Protein 18.6g38%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chinese, mushrooms, stuffed, pork, appetizer, fried, ginger, soy sauce, hoisin, vegetables, party food, asian cuisine, ground meat, deep fried, umami, starter, crunchy, deli, snack
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