Instructions

1. Trim the base of the golden needle mushroom stem to discard the roots. Use kitchen scissors or a knife to cut approximately 1 inch from the base where the stems are joined together.

2. Set the golden needle mushrooms in a colander under running water. Wash away mud and other dirt. Drain and set aside in a bowl.

3. Heat a little sesame oil on medium heat in a saucepan to lightly cook the mushrooms. Add some chopped ginger and cook for two minutes or until lightly brown. Dilute a little cornstarch in a cup of water and stir. Use 1 teaspoon cornstarch for every 1/2 cup of water you use.

4. Pour the diluted cornstarch in the saucepan. Add a dash of soy sauce, or any savory or spicy sauce of your choice. Stir continuously. Cook the mixture for 3 minutes or until the seasoning thickens.

5. Pour the sauce over the golden needle mushrooms. Serve the golden needle mushrooms on its own, or add to soups, gravies and stir-fry dishes when other ingredients included as part of the recipe are already cooked.