Q: Can I substitute another type of mushroom for crab-flavored mushrooms in this recipe?
A: Yes, you can use other mushrooms, but the unique flavor of crab-flavored mushrooms is a key element of this dish.
Q: Is it necessary to marinate the chicken breast?
A: Marinating the chicken breast ensures it absorbs the flavors and stays tender during cooking.
Q: What can be used instead of oyster sauce for a vegetarian version?
A: You can use a vegetarian oyster sauce made from mushrooms or simply increase the amount of soy sauce with a pinch of sugar.
Stir-Fried Chicken Breast with Crab-Flavored Mushrooms
Notes
- Chicken breast, 150g
- Crab-flavored mushrooms, 300g
- Green and red bell peppers, as needed
- Small spicy peppers, as needed
- Garlic slices, a few
- Cooking wine, soy sauce, black pepper, salt, and cornstarch for marinating
- Oyster sauce, for seasoning
- Clean and remove the roots of the crab-flavored mushrooms.
- Slice the small spicy peppers and bell peppers.
- Cut the chicken breast into slices.
- Marinate the chicken with cooking wine, soy sauce, black pepper, salt, and cornstarch for 10 minutes.
- Blanch the mushrooms in boiling water for one minute, then drain.
- Heat oil in a pan, cook the chicken until done, and set aside.
- Heat more oil and sauté garlic slices until fragrant.
- Add mushrooms and bell peppers, stir-fry until cooked.
- Season with soy sauce and oyster sauce, then combine with the chicken and serve.
- Rich in protein from chicken and mushrooms.
- Contains vitamins and minerals from bell peppers and mushrooms.
- Low in carbohydrates, suitable for a low-carb diet.