Mushrooms Sauce and Side
Vietnamese Vietnamese - Sauces and Sides

Mushrooms Sauce and Side

Est. Time: 35-45 min  •  6 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

An enticing artisan creation, freshly prepared with vibrant seasoning and served with complementary accompaniments.

Ingredients

  • • 400g mixed mushrooms, trimmed
  • • 4 tbsp fish sauce
  • • 1 1/2 tbsp sugar
  • • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • • 1/2 cup warm water
  • • 2 shallots, sliced
  • • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • • 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Trim the mushrooms and slice any large ones in half, then slice the shallots.

2
Phase 2

Heat the oil in a pan and fry the shallots and half the garlic until fragrant.

3
Phase 3

Add the mushrooms and toss, then stir in the fish sauce, sugar, lime juice, and warm water.

4
Phase 4

Cover and simmer until the mushrooms are tender and the liquid reduces to a glaze.

5
Phase 5

Uncover, add the remaining garlic and the black pepper, and toss to coat.

6
Phase 6

Taste for balance and serve hot as a saucy side to steamed rice.