Butterfly-Style Chestnut and Mushroom Stir Fry

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A vegetable-forward stir fry showcasing chestnuts and mushrooms with a rich umami sauce, inspired by the butterfly motion's balance and control. This chinese-inspired stir fry (vegetarian) ready in about 20 minutes pairs cooked and peeled, sliced chestnuts, sliced shiitake mushrooms, sliced button mushrooms for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 3 Chinese cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms, 1 cup sliced button mushrooms, and 1 cup sliced cooked chestnuts. Stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until mushrooms are tender and chestnuts heated through.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce and 2 tbsp oyster sauce, stirring to coat the ingredients evenly. Add 1 tsp cornstarch dissolved in 2 tbsp water, cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the vegetables.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat, garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Butterfly-Style Chestnut and Mushroom Stir Fry take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Butterfly-Style Chestnut and Mushroom Stir Fry?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sliced shiitake mushrooms from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Butterfly-Style Chestnut and Mushroom Stir Fry?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Butterfly-Style Chestnut and Mushroom Stir Fry for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Butterfly-Style Chestnut and Mushroom Stir Fry vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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