Spiced Shiitake Mushrooms

1. 1

   Remove the stems from the Shiitake mushrooms and wipe the caps with a damp cloth.

2. 2

   If the mushrooms are small, leave them whole; if large, cut them into halves or quarters.

3. 3

   Heat the olive oil in a large skillet.

4. 4

   Add the garlic and cook over high heat, stirring, until it is golden, 2 to 3 minutes.

5. 5

   Add the mushrooms and the sesame oil.

6. 6

   Stir well, cover and continue cooking over high heat for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender.

7. 7

   Add the soy sauce, lemon juice, scallions, jalapeno pepper, if using, and salt and pepper to taste.

8. 8

   Cook for 1 minute, or until the mushrooms have absorbed the sauce.

9. 9

   Remove from the heat.

10. 10

    Spoon the mushrooms and the sauce into a serving bowl.

11. 11

    Serve at room temperature or cold.

12. 12

    Variation: You can also broil the mushrooms.

13. 13

    In a large bowl, mix them with the olive oil, garlic, sesame oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, scallions and jalapeno pepper, if using.

14. 14

    Place them, gill sides up, on a shallow pan, pour any leftover marinade over them and broil for 2 to 3 minutes, or until they are soft.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.