Shiitake mushrooms
Fresh brown-capped mushrooms with firm flesh and an umami flavour. Values refer to fresh, not dried, mushrooms.
What it offers and why to use it
Fresh brown-capped mushrooms with firm flesh and an umami flavour. Values refer to fresh, not dried, mushrooms. Wipe clean, slice and sauté until thoroughly cooked. Do not serve raw.
Rich, earthy and umami.
From shopping to cooking
Choose
Choose firm caps that feel dry. Remove tough stalks before weighing.
Store
Refrigerate in breathable packaging and avoid soaking.
Prepare
Wipe clean, slice and sauté until thoroughly cooked. Do not serve raw.
How to make the most of it
Good pairings
Pairs with potato, rice and olive oil.
How to substitute it
Another vegetable changes the texture and requires adjusted cooking.
Recipes with shiitake mushrooms
Poached eggs with shiitake, asparagus and golden potatoes
Golden potatoes, shiitake mushrooms and sautéed asparagus make a savoury base for four poached eggs.
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Vegetable and shiitake stir-fry with soy and ginger
Brussels sprouts, peppers and mushrooms in a colourful stir-fry with ginger and a measured amount of soy sauce.
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