Caramelized Shiitake Mushrooms Ⓥ

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 lb shiitake, washed, sliced (you can use fresh or rehydrate some dehydrated ones)
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2-3 tbsp olive oil or vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp tamari or soy sauce
• 1 tbsp organic sugar
• 2 tsp sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• salt & pepper to taste
• pinch crushed red pepper flakes

METHOD:

• Preheat a large skillet on medium high heat. Add the oil or broth, onions, salt, pepper & crushed red pepper flakes & sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring often.
• Add the sliced mushrooms & cook for another 8-10 minutes, stirring often as well.
• Mix the tamari or soy sauce, organic sugar, sesame oil & minced garlic together then add it to the cooked mushrooms & onions. Mix well & cook for another couple of minutes until the mushrooms are shiny & caramelized looking. Serve hot. Enjoy.