Easy Thai-Style Stir-fried Basil Mushrooms Recipe
If you love Thai food and are looking for a delicious, plant-based dish, these Thai-style king oyster mushrooms are a must-try! With a meaty texture and packed with umami from vegan oyster sauce, this dish is a great option as a side dish or served over jasmine rice.
Ingredients
- 2 large king oyster mushrooms or king trumpet shiitake mushrooms, baby bellas, or wild mushrooms
- 1 tablespoon oil vegetable or sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon vegan oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar or palm sugar
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon green onions chopped
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds for garnish
- Thai Basil
Instructions
Prep the Mushrooms
- Cut king oyster mushrooms into bite-sized pieces or slice them lengthwise for a meatier texture.
- If using other types of mushrooms, trim the ends and slice as needed.
Heat the Pan & Cook the Garlic
- Heat a large skillet or nonstick pan over medium-high heat.
- Add a little oil and sauté the garlic for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Sear the Mushrooms
- Add the mushrooms in a single layer and let them sear for 1-2 minutes without stirring.
- Flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until they develop a golden brown crust.
Add the Sauce & Seasonings
- Reduce to medium heat and stir in the vegan oyster sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes, letting the mushrooms soak up the flavors.
Finish with Fresh Lime & Garnishes like Thai basil!
- Remove from heat and drizzle with fresh lime juice.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.