Vibrant Garlic Chive and Mushroom Stir Fry

Looking for a recipe that’s incredibly fast, wonderfully healthy, and bursting with a unique, savory flavor? Look no further. This stir-fry is a testament to the beauty of simple cooking, proving that you don’t need a long list of ingredients or complicated techniques to create something truly delicious. Ready in about 10 minutes from start to finish, this dish is the definition of a perfect weeknight meal. It’s an incredibly easy stir-fry that highlights the fresh, subtle garlic notes of the chives and the delightful texture of wood ear mushrooms. The flavor is light, clean, and savory, making it a refreshing addition to any dinner table. Its simplicity is its greatest strength, allowing the natural goodness of the ingredients to shine through. To get started, you’ll only need a few simple things. This ingredient list is straightforward, but I’ve included some easy-to-find alternatives in case you can’t get your hands on the traditional items. For the Stir-Fry (serves 2 as a side dish): Garlic Chives: 1 large bunch (about 8 oz or 225g). These are flat, wide chives with a distinct but mild garlicky flavor. Dried Wood Ear Mushrooms: A small handful (about ¼ cup). These are thin, dark fungi that expand significantly when soaked. They are prized for their unique, slightly crunchy and chewy texture rather than their flavor. High-Smoke-Point Oil: 1 to 2 tablespoons, such as peanut, canola, or avocado oil. Salt: ½ teaspoon, or to taste. Ingredient Notes & Substitutions: Can’t find garlic chives? No problem! A great substitute is to use the green parts of 4-5 scallions (spring onions) and add one minced clove of garlic to the stir-fry along with them to replicate that signature flavor. What if wood ear mushrooms aren’t available? While their texture is unique, you can easily substitute them with fresh…