Shiitake Mushroom Recipes

If youre here to learn how to prepare and cook shiitake mushrooms, youre in the right place. Im going to show you the safest and easiest way to prepare, clean and cook natures most umami-rich food. Plus, Im going to share my favorite simple shiitake mushroom recipe!

Most of us who are looking to reduce or eliminate meat in our diets find ourselves find ourselves cooking with mushrooms, and shiitake mushrooms are the finest! This popular vegan meat substitute has a meaty, woodsy flavor that makes them a great addition to ramen, stir fry, pasta and risotto recipes.

If youre wondering if shiitake mushrooms are healthy, the answer is a definite yes! These little nutrition powerhouses are low in fat and calories, and high in fiber and vital minerals that can be hard to get from other sources.

While theyre not high in protein (providing 2.3 grams per cup), theyre rich in all the essential amino acids. Theyre also valuable sources of B vitamins, copper, iron and selenium.

Dried shiitake mushrooms are the truffles of East Asian cooking. Theyre used to create rich vegetable stocks for ramen and added to soups and stir fries.

When dried, these mushrooms have a different texture and aroma to fresh shiitake mushrooms. Theyre also prepared and cooked differently.

To prepare dried shiitake mushrooms, first rinse them under cold water, and cover them in boiling water. Cover the bowl with a tea towel to prevent the steam from escaping. Theyll expand to twice their size. Drain and slice them, discarding the tough stems, and use them in your recipe. Be sure to save the soaking liquid. It makes a great addition to risottos or the perfect addition to a broth.

Shiitake Mushrooms Recipe

Shiitake Mushrooms are loaded with rich, earthy flavor. They are best when simply sautéed in a pan with just a few ingredients. This will be your new favorite side dish!

Prep: 10min

Total: 30min

Yield: 6

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 150 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 8 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Sodium 1185 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 6 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 3 lb shiitake mushrooms
• 1 large onion
• 3 tbsp oil
• 1 tbsp salt (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 tbsp ground black pepper (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 cup green onions (chopped)

Instruction:

1. Slice mushrooms into bite-sized pieces and dice the onion. Add them to a pan with oil.
2. Sautee mushrooms on medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to promote even cooking. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until the shiitake mushrooms are golden brown. Season with salt and ground pepper.
3. Sprinkle shiitake mushrooms with green onion and serve right away.

Sautéed Shiitake Mushrooms

Flavorful Sautéed Shiitake Mushrooms are deliciously seasoned with butter, garlic and fresh parsley, then pan fried until tender and caramelized. This easy shiitake mushroom recipe comes together in just 15 minutes for a tasty side dish that pairs well with a variety of entrées.

Prep: 5min

Total: 15min

Yield: 4

Nutrition Facts: servingSize None, calories 127 calories, Sugar 0.1 g, Sodium 592.3 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Saturated Fat 5.9 g, Trans Fat 0 g, Carbohydrate 4.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.8 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg

Ingredients:

• 1 pound of shiitake mushrooms, sliced or whole
• 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter (vegan as desired)
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• Optional splash of white wine*
• 2 large cloves garlic, minced or pressed
• 1 tablespoon of fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instruction:

1. Start by cleaning the mushrooms. Take a wet paper towel and gently wipe off any dirt from the mushrooms. Refrain from rinsing the mushrooms because they absorb water easily and when cooked they will turn out too chewy. Slice as desired.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the butter and olive oil. Once hot, add in the shiitake mushrooms. Let them sit on medium heat and do not touch them for about 3 minutes. This will create some nice caramelization around the edges of the mushrooms. Stir and cook for 2 more minutes.
3. Pour in the wine, if using, and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Stir in the garlic and parsley and cook for 1 additional minute.
4. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve and ENJOY!

How To Prepare And Cook Shiitake Mushrooms

Learn how to clean and prep shiitake mushrooms the correct way. And then, cook them in a sweet and sticky soy glaze. Serve these umami rich mushrooms as a side dish or a main with a steaming bowl of rice.

Prep: 5min

Total: 15min

Yield: 3

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 155 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 1 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Sodium 187 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 27 g, unSaturated Fat 2 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 pound shiitake mushrooms
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• ¼ cup tamari (*or soy sauce)
• 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
• 2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce (*I used Sriracha (omit if you don’t like spicy food))
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch (mixed with 1 tablespoon water)

Instruction:

1. Rinse the mushrooms and wipe them dry. Remove the stems with a paring knife and cut the caps into thick slices.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large saute pan. Saute the mushrooms for 5-7 minutes or until they’ve released their juices and are beginning to turn golden. Remove the mushrooms from the pan and set aside. *see note 1.
3. Heat the sesame oil in the same saute pan. Add the garlic and saute for a further minute. *see note 2.
4. Add the brown sugar and saute until it begins to caramelized.
5. Add the tamari, rice wine vinegar, chili garlic sauce and cornstarch. Reduce the heat and allow the sauce to simmer until it thickens (about 2-3 minutes)
6. Return the mushrooms to the pan and allow them to heat through. Serve with rice, garnished with chopped scallions and sesame seeds.

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