Small to medium-sized mushrooms with distinct curled edges, featuring a wrinkled, rounded cap and short stem. Caps exhibit a thick texture, showcasing a range of variegated hues from tan to dark brown.
Country of Origin: China
Shelf Life: 24 Months
Cuisines: Asian, Thai, Chinese, Fast Food
Application:
- Shiitake mushrooms are popularly braised, steamed, or stir-fried with vegetables as a vegetarian meal
- Tossed into stews, curries, and soups, especially miso or hot and sour
- They can be incorporated into noodle and rice-based dishes
- Can also be finely chopped and used as filling in potstickers, dumplings, and egg rolls, diced into omelets, or stuffed and baked.