King Oyster Mushroom with Pork Stir-Fry
A quick and savory Chinese home-style dish featuring tender king oyster mushrooms sautéed with juicy pork slices in a savory sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort.
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King oyster mushrooms (also called king trumpet mushrooms) have a meaty texture that pairs beautifully with pork. This dish is a weeknight staple in many Chinese homes—simple, satisfying, and full of umami.
Ingredients
king oyster mushrooms
200g, sliced into thin strips
pork loin
150g, thinly sliced
garlic cloves
2, minced
ginger
1 inch, finely chopped
soy sauce
2 tablespoons
oyster sauce
1 tablespoon
vegetable oil
2 tablespoons
green onions
2 stalks, chopped
salt
to taste
white pepper
a pinch
Instructions
1
Prepare the ingredients
Slice the king oyster mushrooms into thin strips about 3-4 inches long. Cut the pork loin into thin, bite-sized slices. Mince the garlic and chop the ginger. Set everything aside within easy reach of your wok.
2
Season the pork
Toss the pork slices with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, a pinch of salt, and a dash of white pepper. Let it marinate for about 5 minutes while you heat the wok. This quick marinade adds flavor and helps the pork stay tender.
3
Sear the pork
Heat oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until it shimmers. Add the pork slices and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they turn golden and just cooked through. Remove and set aside on a plate.
4
Toast aromatics
Add a splash more oil if needed, then toss in the garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant—watch that they don't burn! The aroma should be strong and sweet.
5
Cook the mushrooms
Add the mushroom strips to the wok. Stir-fry over high heat for 3-4 minutes until they soften and release their moisture. The edges should turn slightly golden and caramelized.
6
Combine and sauce
Return the pork to the wok. Add the remaining soy sauce and oyster sauce, then toss everything together for 1-2 minutes. The sauce should coat the ingredients beautifully. Adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
7
Finish and serve
Sprinkle the green onions over the top and give one final toss. Serve immediately over steamed rice. The dish is best enjoyed hot, with the mushrooms still slightly crisp and the pork juicy.
