Kim Dae-seok's Fried Shiitake Mushrooms

• fresh shiitake mushrooms 10 pieces (250g)
• red bell pepper 1/2 piece
• onion 1/3 piece
• pineapple rings 1 piece
• water 100ml (for sauce) + 200ml (for batter)
• potato starch 1/2 tablespoon
• soy sauce 1.5 tablespoons
• vinegar 3 tablespoons
• sugar 3 tablespoons
• tomato spaghetti sauce 1 tablespoon
• glutinous rice flour 1 tablespoon (first coating) + generous 1 cup (batter)
• salt 1/3 teaspoon
• vegetable oil as needed

Recipe 🍳

Cooking tips 💡

• Shiitake mushrooms absorb water easily, so rinse them quickly under running water to preserve their unique texture.
• Coating the mushrooms with glutinous rice flour first creates a barrier that prevents oil from seeping into the center during frying.
• Using tomato spaghetti sauce instead of ketchup gives a deeper, cleaner umami flavor.

Recommended for 🙋

• ⭐Those who want to enjoy crispy and chewy fried dishes using mushrooms.
• ⭐People looking for a unique tangy-sweet sauce recipe with savory depth.