Mushrooms aren't just delicious when cooked; they're also a great natural source of fibre and protein and are low in calories and fat, making them great for weight loss diets. They're also big on nutritional value, as they contain essential nutrients like vitamins B and D and potassium, as well as antioxidants like selenium.
Whether fried, braised or blended into soup, mushrooms simply make a delicious addition to your meals. We especially love it in ma la, where they soak up all the juice and spice. For your next meal, why not try our top 15 Asian recipes featuring the versatile fungi:
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A traditionally Hakka Chinese dish, this hearty hawker favourite typically consists of meat- or fish paste-stuffed tofu, vegetables and mushrooms (of course!).
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As mushrooms symbolise wholeness in Chinese culture, this dish is typically served at Chinese restaurants. You can now serve up this auspicious dish at home with this simple recipe. Large Chinese dried mushrooms are rehydrated and braised in soy and oyster sauce until they're soft and tender.
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A healthier take on the classic Singaporean favourite, this kuay teow dish features generous servings of fresh Shiitake mushrooms, kai lan and broccolini (or broccoli), mixed with a fragrant sauce.
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Love creamy mushroom soup? Try this Asian twist with silken tofu, Shiitake mushrooms and fresh oyster mushrooms. You can have it on its own or with egg noodles for a fuller meal.
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Got a bunch of pickled mushrooms? Throw them together with some roasted duck breast meat and udon noodles for a thoroughly comforting and satisfying meal that takes less than hour to make. For this recipe, we used a mixture of shimeji, shiitake and enoki mushrooms.
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Fried rice is one of those quick no-brainer meals that can be whipped up in half an hour or less. This one features delicious and savoury lup cheong with shiitake mushrooms for a hearty lunch or dinner.
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Inspired by renowned Hong Kong celebrity chef Annie Leong’s recipe, this claypot chicken rice dish is sure to impress at your next dinner party. Rehydrated mushrooms were used here.
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This isn't your typical chap chye recipe — it's created by Malcolm Lee from the world's first Michelin-starred Peranakan restaurant, Candlenut.
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9. Mushroom, Pork & Tofu Rice Noodles
Stir-fry your taste buds to heaven with this staple Asian noodle dish of pork, tofu and beans with chunks of capsicum and oyster mushrooms. This recipe is suitable for diabetics too!
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Typically eaten at reunion dinner, this flavourful glutinous rice dish is perfect for potluck gatherings too.
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Here's another party-friendly recipe — shiitake mushrooms and sliced scallop served with steamed egg. Light and absolutely delicious!
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Looking for a veggie dish for your zi char-style dinner? Try this stir-fry recipe featuring cai xin, broccolini and oyster mushrooms to accompany your noodles or rice.
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A simple take on classic soup noodles with roasted meat, this pork and noodle broth is both wholesome and hearty!
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Impress your family and friends by serving up this traditional Cantonese dish at your next reunion dinner. It features poached chicken arranged on a plate of ham, vegetables and mushroom.
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Normally a delicacy for special events, add abalone to these gorgeous mushroom noodles for something more upscale!
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