Description
A healthy night market gourmet where face-length giant king oyster mushrooms (Xingbaogu) are charcoal-grilled uncut, repeatedly brushed with a sweet/savory soy-based glaze.
Restaurants serving Grilled King Oyster Mushroom
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Recipe
Ingredients
- Giant king oyster mushrooms
- Thick soy sauce(Jiangyou Gao)
- Shacha sauce
- Black pepper
- Cumin powder
Instructions
- [Authentic Recipe]
- Prepare giant, arm-thick 'King oyster mushrooms (Xingbaogu)' sold in Taiwanese markets (use whole, uncut).
- Place whole mushrooms on a charcoal (or far-infrared roaster) grill net and start searing slowly.
- When moisture oozes from the surface due to heat, generously brush a special glaze (blend of Jiangyou Gao, Shacha sauce, sugar, sesame oil) all over.
- Rolling frequently to avoid burning, repeat 'brushing -> grilling' to caramelize the surface fragrantly.
- Done when mushroom moisture is sealed in, puffing up tightly with elasticity.
- The vendor snips it into bite-sized rounds with scissors into a paper cup.
- Optionally sprinkle lemon juice, black pepper, cumin powder, or chili flakes to serve.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Cumin and Black pepper aroma
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Japanese king oyster mushrooms (pan-fry whole)
Pairing
Taiwan Tea or refreshing Fruit Tea
Trivia
[For Health Conscious] The twin pillar of consuming king oyster mushrooms alongside deep-frying. Extremely healthy as it's not fried, hugely popular with calorie-conscious women. Unbelievable moisture and elasticity for a mushroom provides happiness with every bite.
Eating tips & etiquette
[Unique Eating] Pierce with a bamboo skewer; the moment you bite, an abalone-like hot mushroom juice squirts out, mix it with the spices in your mouth and savor!
Allergen
Wheat, Soy, Shrimp (from Shacha), Sesame