Come in and try my savory Ground Beef & Mushroom Endive Boats, perfect for any gathering! Featuring a delightful blend of pan-fried ground beef, earthy mushrooms, and a zesty chili paste, these appetizers are not only delicious but also easy to make. Impress your guests with this flavorful dish that’s sure to leave them wanting more!
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Why I Love This Recipe
As a passionate home cook, I’m always on the lookout for recipes that are both easy to make, undeniably delicious and my Ground Beef & Mushroom Endive recipe ticks all the boxes—it’s a creative fusion of Asian-inspired flavors using the base from my beloved Egg Roll In A Bowl and Ground Chicken Stir Fry recipes!
The juicy ground beef, infused with garlic and savory notes, are wrapped in the crisp, bitter crunch of the endive leaves just like in my Beef Lettuce Wrap dish. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply craving a flavorful appetizer, this dish is sure to impress. So why wait? Dive into this culinary adventure now and elevate your appetizer game with this delightful recipe!
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Ground Beef – 20/80 fat blends works best but 10/90 will work as well.
- Endives – fresh endive leaves.
- Dried Shiitake Mushrooms – Dried Shiitake Mushrooms that is packaged and can be found at Asian grocery stores. Can substitute with fresh shiitake but will result in less umami flavors.
- Salt – sea salt preferred.
- Green Onion – freshly chopped green onion scallions.
- Ginger – freshly grated.
- Garlic – freshly grated garlic clove.
- Soy Sauce – low-sodium Soy Sauce preferred. Can also use tamari for gluten-free.
- Toasted Sesame Oil – 100% Toasted Sesame Oil that should have a dark brown color.
- Sriracha – Asian style chill sauce.
Ingredient Substitutions
If you’re looking to switch up the meat in this recipe, you’re in luck! The meat mixture can easily be substituted with Ground Chicken, Ground Pork, or even a combination of both. Each option offers its own unique flavor profile, allowing you to customize the dish to your taste preferences.
🍄 Shiitake Note
You can use Fresh Shiitake Mushrooms if preferred in this recipe.
Essential Kitchen Equipment
- Wok or Deep Large Skillet
Directions
☑ Before Getting Started
Prep Your Ingredients in advance for efficiency and use a roomy Wok or Deep Skillet. Opt for High-Temperature Cooking Oil to achieve best results.
Step 1 Start by soaking the dried shiitake mushrooms in a bowl of water to rehydrate them. Once softened, finely chop them. If you’re using fresh shiitake mushrooms, you can skip this step and chop them directly.
🍄 Shiitake Pro Tip
For a Quicker Rehydration of shiitake mushrooms, use Warm Water and place a bowl on top to Submerge them completely. This method expedites the process effectively.
Step 2 Add ground beef into a large frying pan or skillet and season it with salt, cooking until it’s nicely browned, approximately 5 minutes. Transfer the cooked beef to a separate plate, leaving the flavorful liquid in the skillet.
🍳 Stir Frying Pro Tip
Avoid Overcrowding the pan, allowing the ground beef enough space to brown evenly. This pro tip ensures a even cook and flavorful result.
Step 3 In the same skillet, introduce green onion, garlic, and ginger, cooking until fragrant. Next, return the cooked ground beef to the skillet and drizzle in the soy sauce and toasted sesame oil, allowing the flavors to meld for about 30-60 seconds.
Step 4 Finally, scoop this flavorful mixture onto fresh endive leaves and generously drizzle Sriracha sauce on top for an extra kick of flavor.
🌶️ Spiciness Pro Tip
Adjust Sriracha sauce added at the end to control the level of spiciness according to your preference.
Pairing Recommendations
Enhance your appetizer spread by pairing the Ground Beef & Mushroom Endive Boats with other finger foods like Japanese Deviled Eggs, Miso Crab Stuffed Mushrooms, or Smoked Salmon Carpaccio. These dishes complement each other well, offering a variety of flavors and textures to satisfy every palate.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far in advance can I prepare the filling for the endive boats?
While it's best to prepare the filling for the endive boats fresh, you can certainly prep it up to 24 hours in advance. Simply store it in an airtight container in the fridge. When you're ready to serve, warm it up in the microwave before assembling the endive boats.
Can I freeze the filled endive boats for later use?
While you can freeze the ground beef mixture for later use, unfortunately, the endive leaves do not freeze well. Therefore, it's not recommended to freeze the filled endive boats. It's best to enjoy them fresh for optimal taste and texture.
Can I use a different type of lettuce or leafy green if I can't find endives?
Yes, if you can't find endives, you can substitute them with green leaf lettuce. However, do note that while green leaf lettuce works as a replacement, the unique texture and taste that endive leaves bring to the dish may be slightly altered.
How many endive boats does this recipe typically yield?
This recipe typically yields around 10 endive boats, although the exact number may vary depending on the size of your endives.
Storage Tips
For optimal storage of leftovers, it’s best to store the endive leaves and ground beef mix separately in airtight containers in the fridge. The ground beef mix will maintain its quality for 5-7 days, while the endive leaves can be stored for 7-10 days.
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Watch How To Make It
Ground Beef & Mushroom Endive
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- 2 Whole Endives
- 5 Dried Shiitake Mushrooms can also use fresh shiitake
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 2 Stalks Green Onion chopped
- 1/2 Inch Ginger grated
- 2 Cloves Garlic grated
- 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 tsp Toasted Sesame Oil
- 1 tbsp Sriracha
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- Soak the shiitake mushrooms in a bowl of water for about 5 minutes or until they become soft enough to handle. They may float, so you can use a plate to keep them submerged. After soaking, remove the stems from the shiitake mushrooms and dice them into 1/4-inch cubes. You can discard the stems.
- Cut ends off endives, peel leaves and plate. Also chop green onions and grate garlic and ginger.
- In a skillet, add ground beef and sprinkle in salt. Cook on high heat until meat is browned, about 5 minutes and transfer beef to a holding plate while reserving liquid inside the skillet.
- In the same skillet on medium-high heat, add chopped green onion, grated garlic, and grated ginger and cook until fragrant approx 1 minutes stirring constantly. Then add chopped mushrooms and continue stirring for 1 minutes.
- Add ground beef back into the skillet along with soy sauce and toasted sesame oil, mix well and cook for an additional 1 minute.
- Scoop contents of the skillet into each endive and top with Sriracha.
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