Korean Braised Shiitake Mushrooms
Pyogo-beoseot-jorim braises whole shiitake mushrooms in soy sauce with oligosaccharide syrup and minced garlic over low heat until glossy. The mushrooms' natural umami intensifies as they absorb the soy-based braising liquid, while the syrup caramelizes into a lacquer-like sheen on the surface. Each mushroom releases a burst of salty-sweet juice when bitten. A finishing touch of sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds adds a layer of nuttiness to the earthy base.
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Instructions
- 1
Remove stems and slice shiitake thickly.
- 2
Boil water, soy sauce, syrup, and garlic in a pan.
- 3
Add mushrooms and simmer 8 minutes over medium heat.
- 4
When sauce reduces, drizzle sesame oil and toss.
- 5
Sprinkle sesame seeds and serve.
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