WOOD EAR AND CILANTRO SALAD
You need a bigger bowl and more water than you might think to rehydrate wood ear mushrooms-they nearly triple in size.
Provided by Lisa Cheng Smith
Categories Bon Appétit Salad Side Appetizer Mushroom Cilantro Chile Pepper Sesame Oil Garlic Lunar New Year Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Soy Free Tree Nut Free Peanut Free Healthy
Yield 8 regular or 16 small servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place mushrooms in a large bowl and pour in boiling water to cover. Let soak, adding more hot water if needed, until floppy but still sturdy, about 1½ hours.
- Meanwhile, place goji berries in a small bowl and pour in cold water to cover. Let soak until just softened, about 30 minutes, then drain.
- Drain mushrooms, wrap in a clean dish towel, and squeeze out any excess liquid. Remove any woody parts from mushrooms and tear into smaller pieces if large. Wipe out bowl and place mushrooms back into bowl. Add goji berries and toss to combine.
- Whisk garlic, oil, vinegar, and ¾ tsp. salt in a small bowl. Drizzle dressing over mushroom mixture and toss to coat. Let sit 10 minutes, then toss again. Taste and season with more salt and/or vinegar if needed. Let sit at room temperature at least 1 hour and up to 6 hours (cover and chill if holding longer than 1 hour).
- Just before serving, add chiles and cilantro and toss to combine.
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Angela Jele
[email protected]I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great salad to serve at parties or potlucks.
Gonefishingisbad
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice. I had some leftover brown rice, and this salad was the perfect way to use it up.
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[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of cilantro, but I still really enjoyed this salad. The flavors are well-balanced, and the sesame dressing is amazing.
Adnan Mughalssp
[email protected]This salad is a great way to change up your usual salad routine. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.
Aluwani Matshavha
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to incorporate mushrooms into my diet, and this salad is a great option. The wood ear mushrooms are a great source of fiber and antioxidants.
Zain Thabl
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make, and it's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
Jay Lay
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, and I even got a few requests for the recipe.
Nigel Mighty
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover wood ear mushrooms. I had some leftover from a stir-fry, and this salad was the perfect way to use them up.
ANTOINETTE JOHNSON
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this salad because I'm not a big fan of mushrooms, but I'm so glad I did! The wood ear mushrooms are actually really delicious, and they add a great texture to the salad. The dressing is also really good.
Christopher Wisdom
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of textures and flavors. The wood ear mushrooms are a great addition, and the sesame dressing is to die for.
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[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The wood ear mushrooms add a nice earthy flavor, and the cilantro and sesame dressing is the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this salad again.
Brentley Mcgregor
[email protected]This salad was a hit at my dinner party! The combination of wood ear mushrooms, cilantro, and sesame dressing was unique and delicious. I especially loved the crunchy texture of the wood ear mushrooms.