Moo shu mushroom wraps, a classic Chinese dish, are a delicious and versatile meal that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or light lunch. Made with tender shiitake and wood ear mushrooms, these wraps are packed with umami flavor and a satisfyingly chewy texture. The filling is stir-fried with aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, and scallions, then seasoned with a savory sauce made from soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. The wraps are traditionally made with thin pancakes, but can also be made with lettuce leaves or rice paper. This recipe provides detailed instructions for making both the filling and the wraps from scratch, as well as a vegetarian version of the dish. With step-by-step photos and helpful tips, this recipe is perfect for home cooks of all skill levels.
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MOO SHU MUSHROOMS
Joyce Chen put moo shu (or "moo shi," as she calls it) pork on the menu of her restaurant in Cambridge, Mass., in 1958. The classic version of this Chinese-American restaurant staple combines slivered pork with scrambled egg, wood ear mushrooms and day lilies, stir-fried together, then served with paper-thin Mandarin pancakes and hoisin sauce. For this version, I like to flip the ratio of mushrooms to pork on its head, loading up with an assortment of mushrooms and just a bit of pork. For the fresh mushrooms, I love using a mix of Asian mushrooms like shimeji (beech), shiitake, enoki, oyster and maitake (hen of the woods), aiming for a mix of flavors and textures, but cremini or button mushrooms will also do in a pinch. If you cannot find dried day lily buds, you can substitute canned bamboo shoots in their place; use 4 ounces sliced bamboo shoots and omit the soaking step.
Provided by J. Kenji López-Alt
Categories dinner, meat, vegetables, main course
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Rehydrate the dried ingredients for the filling: Place wood ear mushrooms and day lily buds in two separate medium bowls or measuring cups large enough to allow for them to expand about fourfold. Cover with very hot water, and set aside until rehydrated, about 15 minutes. (I use hot tap water, but you could also use water heated on the stovetop or in the microwave.) Drain thoroughly. Remove tough centers from the wood ears, then thinly slice them. Cut day lilies into 2-inch pieces.
- While wood ears and day lilies rehydrate, prepare the pork marinade: Combine 1/2 teaspoon Shaoxing wine, 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch, 1/4 teaspoon white pepper and a pinch of kosher salt in a medium bowl, and whisk with a fork to combine. Add pork and stir roughly with fingertips or chopsticks until thoroughly combined, then continue stirring for 10 seconds. Set aside for 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Meanwhile, make the sauce: Combine remaining 2 1/2 teaspoons Shaoxing wine, 2 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch and 1/4 teaspoon white pepper in a small bowl and whisk with a fork until no lumps remain.
- Cook the eggs: Heat wok over high until lightly smoking. Add 2 tablespoons oil and swirl to coat. Pour the beaten eggs into the center and cook without moving for 10 seconds. Continue to cook, breaking up the eggs with a spatula until they are barely set, 30 to 45 seconds. Transfer eggs to a large bowl.
- Wipe out wok and return to high heat until lightly smoking. Add 1 tablespoon sesame oil and swirl to coat. Add 1 ginger slice and let sizzle for 5 seconds. Immediately add pork and stir-fry until pork is no longer pink and mostly cooked through, about 1 minute. Discard ginger slice, then transfer pork to bowl with eggs.
- Wipe out wok and return to high heat until lightly smoking. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil and swirl to coat. Add remaining ginger slice and let sizzle for 5 seconds. Immediately add the fresh mushrooms and stir-fry until mushrooms are lightly browned around the edges, 2 to 3 minutes. Add scallions, sliced wood ears and day lilies, and stir-fry until softened and fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the pork and eggs back to the wok. Stir sauce to combine again, then add it to the wok along with the MSG, if using. Stir-fry everything to combine and season to taste with salt and more white pepper, if desired. Discard ginger. Transfer moo shu mixture to a serving platter and serve immediately with Mandarin pancakes and hoisin sauce.
MOO SHU MUSHROOM WRAPS
With so many awesome veggies out there, I'm always playing around with the ingredients in these sandwiches. Sometimes I add extra protein, too-chicken, shrimp, pork, beef and tofu all work. Check for sriracha and hoisin sauces in the Asian or international foods section of your grocery store. -Athena Russell, Greenville, South Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat 1 teaspoon oil over medium heat. Pour in eggs; cook and stir until eggs are thickened and no liquid egg remains. Remove from pan., In same skillet, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms; cook and stir until tender. Add coleslaw mix, garlic and ginger; cook 1-2 minutes longer or until slaw is crisp-tender. In a small bowl, mix vinegar, soy sauce and chili sauce; add to pan. Stir in sprouts and eggs; heat through., Spread about 2 teaspoons hoisin sauce over each tortilla to within 1/4 in. of edges. Layer with 1/2 cup vegetable mixture and about 1 tablespoon green onion. Roll up tightly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 170mg cholesterol, Sodium 1234mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
MOO SHU WRAPS
This recipe is made with ground turkey. I found it on Jennie-O Turkey web site. Looks really great but I have not tried it yet. I am posting it here so I don't lose it. :)
Provided by Asha1126
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 2 wraps, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add mushrooms, garlic and ginger and stir fry for about 2-3 minutes.
- Crumble ground turkey into skillet and add bell pepper. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add cole slaw mix and hoisin sauce and stir fry 5 minutes.
- Spread a thin layer of plum sauce evenly over each warmed up tortilla and top with turkey mixture. Fold bottom of tortilla up over filling, fold sides in and roll up.
- Enjoy!
Tips:
- To make the perfect moo shu pancake, use a non-stick pan and make sure it is hot before adding the batter. Swirl the batter around the pan to create a thin, even pancake.
- For the filling, use a variety of vegetables to add flavor and texture. Some good options include carrots, celery, cabbage, and mushrooms.
- Don't overcook the filling. The vegetables should be tender-crisp and still have a bit of a crunch.
- To assemble the wraps, place a pancake on a plate and add a scoop of the filling in the center. Fold the sides of the pancake over the filling and roll it up tightly.
- Serve the wraps with your favorite dipping sauce. Some good options include hoisin sauce, plum sauce, or sweet and sour sauce.
Conclusion:
Moo shu mushroom wraps are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. They are also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With a little bit of practice, you can make these wraps like a pro. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give moo shu mushroom wraps a try.
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