Wood Ear Mushroom Salad

Ingredients

• 5 ounces fresh wood ear mushrooms or rehydrated wood ear mushrooms
• 2 celery stalks, finely sliced on the bias
• 2 green onions, finely chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 teaspoons spicy chili crisp
• 2 1/2 tablespoons chinkiang vinegar (Chinese black vinegar)
• 1 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon mirin
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds

Instructions

1. 1

   Mix the ingredients for the dressing in a bowl and set aside.

2. 2

   Bring a medium size pot of water to a boil.

3. 3

   Add the mushrooms and boil for 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Drain the mushrooms and rinse them under cold water until they are cold. Drain well and dry with paper towels.

5. 5

   Place the wood ear mushrooms and celery in a bowl and add the dressing. Toss the salad and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.