Shiitake Mushroom Stir Fry

INGREDIENTS

2 tbsp

heat stable oil/fat

1 tsp

toasted sesame oil

1 tsp

fish sauce (optional)

1 tbsp

honey

1 tbsp

ginger, minced

2 cloves

garlic, minced

jalapeno, chopped (seeded for mild with seeds for spice)

1 tsp

Chinese five spice blend

2 tbsp

sesame seeds

5 oz

shitake mushrooms, stems removed and sliced into ¼" slices

1 lb

carrots, peeled and very thinly sliced on the bias

1 1/2 lb

boneless skinless chicken thighs (1" cubes)

3 tbsp

coconut aminos or water + ¾ teaspoon salt

1 tbsp

chopped chives

1/4 cup

loose cilantro

Cooked rice for serving.