Chinese: Wood Ear Mushroom Salad

Recipe by Paul Young <info@cooking-with-paul.com>

(serves 4)

Ingredients:

• 4 cups fresh wood ear mushrooms (or about 1 cup dried)
• 1 cup “Garlic Ginger Sauce” (see master recipe)
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon agave nectar
• 2 tablespoons spicy chili crisp
• Toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Procedure:

1. If using dried mushrooms, rehydrate in water (about 2 hours)
2. Boil fresh or rehydrated mushrooms in water (about 5 minutes)
3. Drain and rinse mushrooms under cold water
4. Making the dressing: mix “Garlic Ginger Sauce,” vinegar, agave nectar, and spicy chili crisp in a mixing bowl
5. Add mushrooms and toss well
6. Transfer salad to a serving dish and garnish with toasted sesame seeds