Kim Dae-seok's Saesongi Mushroom Muchim

• 4 king oyster mushrooms
• 1/2 tbsp minced garlic
• 3 tbsp perilla seed powder (lightly packed)
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp vegan mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 pinches salt
• Scallions, to taste

Recipe 🍳

Cooking tips 💡

• Inserting a wooden chopstick into the mushroom stem and using a peeler makes it safe and easy to create consistent, noodle-like strips.
• King oyster mushrooms have high water content, so they steam well in the microwave without added water or a cover, and won't burn.
• Perilla seed powder, key to the savory flavor, goes rancid easily, so it's best to store it in the freezer.
• Don't discard the squeezed mushroom liquid; use it as a stock base in soybean paste stew or soups for added depth of flavor.

Recommended for 🙋

• ⭐Those who want to make a quick and easy side dish using only a microwave, without any stovetop cooking.
• ⭐Those who want to enjoy a chewy, meat-like texture and maximum savory flavor from mushrooms.
• ⭐Those looking for a mild yet umami-rich, healthy side dish.