Chili Mushroom

This version of Chili Mushroom dish is prepared based on the cooking techniques of Indo-Chinese Cuisine with a minor change in ingredients.  This is a very easy and delicious vegetarian dish.

Mushroom: As we know that Mushrooms are kind of fungus that is being used as herbs for hundreds of years for their great healing qualities and gradually they are accepted as food for their flavor and texture. There are more than 14,000 varieties of Mushroom found, out of which around 3,000 are edible. As their medicinal qualities are reckoned, they have been enjoyed more or more on several international cuisines from east to west.

Health Benefits:

As per the research conducted from time to time, it has been found that the health benefits of Mushrooms are enormous.   They are excellent source of potassium & trace elements that helps to lower the blood pressure and reduces the risk of stroke. Mushrooms have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory nutrients that give protection to our body against cardiovascular diseases. They are low in calories with Zero fat for which they are an ideal food for people following weight management programs. They are also rich source of riboflavin, niacin, and selenium. As per the Research conducted by Beckman Research Institute in California shows that mushroom cells contain mechanisms that suppress breast and prostate cancer cells. Clinical trials on the mushroom cancer link are in the works and we should see the results in about a year. In other words a regular consumption of Mushrooms will keep us fit and fine.

Ingredients:

·         Button Mushroom  – 100 gms

·         Capsicum (Green) – 25 gms

·         Capsicum (Yellow) – 25 gms

·         White Onion (Chopped) – 1 (Medium)

·         Ginger – Garlic Paste – 1 tsp

·         Green Chilly (Chopped) - 2

·         Soya Sauce – 1 ½ tbsp

·         Vinegar (White) – 1 tsp

·         Pepper Powder – 1 tsp

·         Ajinomotto – ½ tsp

·         Sugar – ¼ tsp

·         Salt as per taste

·         Corn Flour (Mixed with Water) – 1 tsp

·         Cooking Oil – 2 tbsp

·         Spring Onion (Chopped) – For Garnishing

Preparation Method:

Ø  Wash and strain the Mushrooms and cut them into halves.

Ø   Deseed the Capsicums & cut them into diced shape; Keep aside.

Ø  Heat Oil in a Pan; add Chopped Green Chilly & Onion; Sauté for 1 min.

Ø  Add Ginger-Garlic Paste and sauté for 2mins.

Ø  Now add Mushroom and Capsicum & cook for 3 mins in medium flame.

Ø  Then add Pepper Powder, Salt, Ajinomotto, Sugar, Vinegar, Soya sauce and cook till the Mushrooms & Capsicum are tendered.

Ø  Finally add Cornflour mixed Water & Stir well for 2 mins or till the gravy is thicken.

Ø  Now the “Chili Mushroom” is ready. Garnish with Spring Onion.

Chili Mushroom is well served with Steamed Rice.