- Type: Spices
Mushroom Dried Shiitake 500ml jar
Packed in a 500ml returnable jar - contains approximately 38g of product.
Unleash a deep, savory intensity in your cooking with our premium dried shiitake mushrooms. Revered in Asian cuisines for their "umami" punch, these mushrooms undergo a natural drying process that concentrates their flavor, resulting in a meaty, robust ingredient that adds incredible depth and complexity to broths, stir-fries, and slow-cooked dishes.
Flavor and Aroma Dried shiitake mushrooms offer an intensely earthy, woody, and smoky aroma. When rehydrated, they provide a rich, savory umami flavor profile that is meaty and deeply satisfying, acting as a natural flavor enhancer that bridges the gap between vegetables and richer, hearty ingredients.
Culinary Uses
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Rehydrating: Soak in warm water for 20 to 30 minutes until soft. Don't discard the soaking liquid-it is packed with flavor and makes an excellent base for stocks, soups, and risottos.
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Soups and Broths: Add rehydrated, sliced mushrooms to miso soup, ramen broths, noodle soups, or vegetable stews for a deep, savory backbone.
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Stir-fries and Braises: Slice thinly and stir-fry with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce, or braise slowly in dishes like soy-braised tofu, chicken, or pork.
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Risottos and Pastas: Finely chop rehydrated mushrooms and incorporate them into mushroom risotto, pasta sauces, or savory grain bowls to introduce a concentrated, meaty texture and flavor.
Origin
China
Ingredients
Shiitake mushrooms
Allergens
None known
How to use
Rehydrate by covering in boiling water before adding to stir-fries and soups.
Nutritional Information
| Serving size: 100g |
Average quantity per 100g |
| Energy | 1641kJ |
| Protein | 28g |
| Fat, total | 1g |
| - saturated | 0g |
| Carbohydrates | 50g |
| - sugars | 7g |
| Sodium | 8mg |
| Dietary fibre | 8g |
Storage
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight for less than 12 months.

Mushroom Dried Shiitake 500ml jar

