Hijiki With Shiitakes And Beans Recipe

Name: Hijiki With Shiitakes And Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 ounces hijiki (about 1 cup); 5 large or 10 small dried shiitake mushrooms; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 cup diced chicken, shrimp or shucked small clams (canned are fine), optional; 2 medium carrots, peeled and shredded; 1 cup fresh soybeans, flageolets, peas or black-eyed peas; 1 cup dashi or chicken stock; 2 tablespoons mirin (or 1 tablespoon honey); 1/4 cup soy sauce, or to taste; Salt if necessary

Servings: persons

1
Soak hijiki in cold water to cover, and shiitakes in very hot water to cover, each for about 10 minutes.
2
Slice shiitakes, discarding tough stems.
3
Reserve soaking liquid.
4
Put olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat.
5
If you are using chicken or shrimp, brown pieces quickly in oil, for 2 or 3 minutes, stirring only once or twice.
6
Remove with a slotted spoon.
7
Drain hijiki, and put in skillet; stir once, then add carrots and shiitakes.
8
Stir again; add chicken, shrimp or clams, along with beans, shiitake soaking liquid, dashi or stock, and mirin and soy sauce.
9
Stir, turn heat to medium-low, and cook, stirring occasionally, until carrots are tender, about 10 minutes.
10
Mixture should be thick, not soupy.
11
Taste, add more soy sauce or salt if necessary, and serve.

392

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 ounces hijiki (about 1 cup), 5 large or 10 small dried shiitake mushrooms, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 cup diced chicken, shrimp or shucked small clams (canned are fine), optional, and more.

Yes, Hijiki With Shiitakes And Beans falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hijiki With Shiitakes And Beans

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