Portabella Kung Pao

Kung Pao is a classic Sichuan dish known for its bold flavors and spicy kick. It is named after Ding Baozhen, a Qing Dynasty official, who was known as Kung Pao. The dish is traditionally made with chicken, but this vegetarian version with portabella mushrooms is equally delicious and satisfying.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Portabella Kung Pao

Cooking Method: Stir-frying Cuisine: Chinese Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 16 ounce Portabella mushrooms
• 2 piece Bell peppers
• 1 cup Roasted peanuts
• 1 bunch Scallions
• 3 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 3 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoon Hoisin sauce
• 2 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoon Water
• 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 2 tablespoon Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, water, and red chili flakes.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
3. Add minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add sliced bell peppers and sauté for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
5. Add sliced portabella mushrooms and cook for 4-5 minutes until tender.
6. Pour the sauce mixture over the vegetables and stir well to coat.
7. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
8. Stir in roasted peanuts and chopped scallions.
9. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
10. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 5g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.