1. Soak dried Wood Ear Mushrooms for 30 minutes in warm water. 2. Bring a pot of water to boil, and prepare an ice bath on the side. 3. Boil the Wood Ear mushrooms for 5 minutes 4. Drain the mushrooms, and place them in an ice bath 5. Pat dry the mushrooms and place them in a large bowl. 6. Add the Green Onions, Long Red Hot Pepper, the salad dressing, and gently toss to combine. 7. Plate and garnish with sesame seed additional Green Onions if desired. 8. Enjoy as is or with a side of rice or tofu.
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[Wood Ear Mushroom Salad – Recipe Video](https://youtu.be/2mszGZDBB7I)
**Prep Time:** 5 minutes
**Cook Time:** 5 Minutes
**Total Time:** 10-15 minutes
**Servings:** 2-3
**Ingredients:**
* 6-8 Oz Wood Ear Mushrooms (fresh or dried)
* 1 Long Red Hot Pepper, sliced
* 3-4 Green Onions, julienned
* Sesame seeds, optional garnish
**Dressing:**
* 1 Tbsp Brown Sugar
* 1 Tbsp Garlic, minced
* 1 Tbsp Light Soy Sauce
* 1 Tbsp Rice Vinegar
* 1 Tbsp Water, if needed
* 1.5 Tsp Toasted Sesame Oil
* 1/2 Tsp Salt
* 1 Birdsye or Thai Chili, minced (optional)
**Directions:**
1. Soak dried Wood Ear Mushrooms for 30 minutes in warm water.
2. Bring a pot of water to boil, and prepare an ice bath on the side.
3. Boil the Wood Ear mushrooms for 5 minutes
4. Drain the mushrooms, and place them in an ice bath
5. Pat dry the mushrooms and place them in a large bowl.
6. Add the Green Onions, Long Red Hot Pepper, the salad dressing, and gently toss to combine.
7. Plate and garnish with sesame seed additional Green Onions if desired.
8. Enjoy as is or with a side of rice or tofu.