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Shiitake mushrooms are small to medium in size with caps averaging 10-20 centimeters in diameter and are attached to thin stems. The caps range in color from light to dark brown and have a wide, umbrella shape with a characteristic curled rim. Inside, the cream-colored flesh is firm, chewy, and spongy. Underneath the cap, the white gills are tightly arranged, are not attached to the stem, and depending on the maturity, there may also be a thin veil covering the gills. The ivory to light brown stem is smooth, tough, and fibrous. When cooked, Shiitake mushrooms release a garlic-pine aroma and have a savory, earthy, and smoky, umami flavor.
Wild Shiitake mushrooms are available in the spring through early fall, while the cultivated versions are available year-round.
Shiitake mushrooms, botanically classified as Lentinula edodes, are the second most commonly consumed mushroom in the world after the button mushroom and are members of the Marasmiaceae family. Also known as Dongo, Shanku, Black Forest mushroom, Shiang-gu, Oak mushroom, and Black mushroom, Shiitake mushrooms grow in clusters on dead hardwoods including shii, beech, maple, oak, and poplar. In Japan, there are two general types of Shiitake mushrooms including the donko, which is a highly valued mushroom that is more round with thick flesh and the koshin, which is a mushroom with a thinner flesh and an open cap. Donko Shiitake mushrooms are prized for their medicinal value as the cap is only partially open and retains more of the spores. Today Shiitake mushrooms are cultivated worldwide and are valued for their umami flavor and chewy, dense texture.
Shiitake mushrooms contain vitamins A, B2, B12, C, and D, iron, calcium, copper, selenium, zinc, and manganese.
Shiitake mushrooms are best suited for cooked applications such as frying, sautéing, boiling, steaming, and grilling. Although Shiitake mushrooms are a cultivated variety, their umami, earthy flavor and texture lend itself to be a substitute in recipes calling for wild mushrooms. They can be sliced and used in stir-fries, miso soup, vegetarian dashi, stuffed and steamed, cooked in omelets, mixed into pasta, or fried. They can also be dried and rehydrated for extended use or dried and ground into a powder as a flavoring agent for soups, stocks, and sauces. Shiitake mushrooms pair well with marjoram, thyme, cilantro, spinach, mustard greens, eggplant, broccoli, peas, ramps, carrots, bell pepper, baby corn, water chestnuts, potatoes, onion, green onion, garlic, ginger, poultry, pork, lamb, shrimp, rice, barley, pasta, soy sauce, and dry red wine. They will keep 1-2 weeks when stored in a paper bag in the refrigerator.
In China, Shiitake mushrooms have been growing for centuries and were first cultivated by Wu San Kwung during the Sung Dynasty between 960-1127 CE. Known as Shaingug or Hsiang Ku, which means “fragrant mushroom,” the Chinese value this variety for its culinary versatility and its medicinal properties. In traditional medicine, Shiitake mushrooms are believed to help reduce symptoms of the common cold, increase energy, and ward off hunger.
Shiitake mushrooms are native to East Asia, specifically China and Japan, and have been growing wild since prehistoric times. These mushrooms are predominately cultivated today rather than being found in the wild and are produced in China. The United States also cultivates the popular mushroom as it does not grow wild there, but the first Shiitake production in the United States did not occur until a ban on importing live Shiitake cultures was lifted in 1972. Today Shiitake mushrooms are widely found at supermarkets, online stores, farmers markets, and specialty grocers in Asia, Europe, Australia, and North America.
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
Recipes that include Shiitake Mushrooms. One
is
easiest, three is harder.
People have shared Shiitake Mushrooms using the Specialty Produce app for iPhone and Android.
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Description/Taste
Shiitake mushrooms are small to medium in size with caps averaging 10-20 centimeters in diameter and are attached to thin stems. The caps range in color from light to dark brown and have a wide, umbrella shape with a characteristic curled rim. Inside, the cream-colored flesh is firm, chewy, and spongy. Underneath the cap, the white gills are tightly arranged, are not attached to the stem, and depending on the maturity, there may also be a thin veil covering the gills. The ivory to light brown stem is smooth, tough, and fibrous. When cooked, Shiitake mushrooms release a garlic-pine aroma and have a savory, earthy, and smoky, umami flavor.
Seasons/Availability
Wild Shiitake mushrooms are available in the spring through early fall, while the cultivated versions are available year-round.
Current Facts
Shiitake mushrooms, botanically classified as Lentinula edodes, are the second most commonly consumed mushroom in the world after the button mushroom and are members of the Marasmiaceae family. Also known as Dongo, Shanku, Black Forest mushroom, Shiang-gu, Oak mushroom, and Black mushroom, Shiitake mushrooms grow in clusters on dead hardwoods including shii, beech, maple, oak, and poplar. In Japan, there are two general types of Shiitake mushrooms including the donko, which is a highly valued mushroom that is more round with thick flesh and the koshin, which is a mushroom with a thinner flesh and an open cap. Donko Shiitake mushrooms are prized for their medicinal value as the cap is only partially open and retains more of the spores. Today Shiitake mushrooms are cultivated worldwide and are valued for their umami flavor and chewy, dense texture.
Nutritional Value
Shiitake mushrooms contain vitamins A, B2, B12, C, and D, iron, calcium, copper, selenium, zinc, and manganese.
Applications
Shiitake mushrooms are best suited for cooked applications such as frying, sautéing, boiling, steaming, and grilling. Although Shiitake mushrooms are a cultivated variety, their umami, earthy flavor and texture lend itself to be a substitute in recipes calling for wild mushrooms. They can be sliced and used in stir-fries, miso soup, vegetarian dashi, stuffed and steamed, cooked in omelets, mixed into pasta, or fried. They can also be dried and rehydrated for extended use or dried and ground into a powder as a flavoring agent for soups, stocks, and sauces. Shiitake mushrooms pair well with marjoram, thyme, cilantro, spinach, mustard greens, eggplant, broccoli, peas, ramps, carrots, bell pepper, baby corn, water chestnuts, potatoes, onion, green onion, garlic, ginger, poultry, pork, lamb, shrimp, rice, barley, pasta, soy sauce, and dry red wine. They will keep 1-2 weeks when stored in a paper bag in the refrigerator.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
In China, Shiitake mushrooms have been growing for centuries and were first cultivated by Wu San Kwung during the Sung Dynasty between 960-1127 CE. Known as Shaingug or Hsiang Ku, which means “fragrant mushroom,” the Chinese value this variety for its culinary versatility and its medicinal properties. In traditional medicine, Shiitake mushrooms are believed to help reduce symptoms of the common cold, increase energy, and ward off hunger.
Geography/History
Shiitake mushrooms are native to East Asia, specifically China and Japan, and have been growing wild since prehistoric times. These mushrooms are predominately cultivated today rather than being found in the wild and are produced in China. The United States also cultivates the popular mushroom as it does not grow wild there, but the first Shiitake production in the United States did not occur until a ban on importing live Shiitake cultures was lifted in 1972. Today Shiitake mushrooms are widely found at supermarkets, online stores, farmers markets, and specialty grocers in Asia, Europe, Australia, and North America.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Cucina Enoteca | Del Mar CA | 619-239-2222 |
| Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District | El Cajon CA | 619-644-7585 |
| Jake's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-2002 |
| Graze | San Diego CA | 619-839-9852 |
| Stake Chophouse & Bar | Coronado CA | 619-522-0077 |
| Shakespeare's Corner Shoppe & Afternoon Tea | San Diego CA | 619-683-2748 |
| Shoreside Support Boat | San Diego CA | 704-277-7929 |
| La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
| Dija Mara | Oceanside CA | 760-231-5376 |
| AToN Center Inc. | Encinitas CA | 858-759-5017 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Golden Door | San Marcos CA | 760-761-4142 |
| Juniper & Ivy | San Diego CA | 858-481-3666 |
| Brigantine Poway | Poway CA | 858-486-3066 |
| San Diego Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 619-758-6334 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Rubicon Deli-UTC | San Diego CA | 619-200-4201 |
| Le Papagayo | Encinitas CA | 760-944-8252 |
| Huntress | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
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Redmond Farmers Market
Near Redmond, Washington, United StatesAbout 52 days ago, 8/08/20 
Bellingham Farmer's Market
Cascadia Mushrooms
Near Bellingham, Washington, United StatesBellingham, WA About 73 days ago, 7/18/20 Sharer's comments : Organic and local! 
University District Farmers Market
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesAbout 233 days ago, 2/08/20 Sharer's comments : Decadent sautéed with a little butter and thyme - YUM :) 
Broadway Sunday Farmer's Market
Washington, United StatesAbout 274 days ago, 12/29/19 Sharer's comments : I love these mushrooms cooked anyway... but sautéed with garlic and mustard greens are my fav! 
Central market of Athens Greece 🇬🇷
Nature fresh SA
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens Greece Y-14 About 369 days ago, 9/26/19 Sharer's comments : Shiitake mushrooms 🍄 
Hudson Greens & Goods
Hudson Greens And Goods - Oxbow Publix Market
Near Napa, California, United States610 1st Street #18 Napa CA 94559 707-257-6828 www.oxbowpublicmarket.com About 424 days ago, 8/02/19 Sharer's comments : Nice and small 
Des Moines Farmers Market
Skinny Kitty Farms
Near Des Moines, Washington, United StatesMount Vernon, WA About 430 days ago, 7/27/19 Sharer's comments : Who doesn’t love shiitakes?? 
Harvest Market
Harvest Market & Grocery
Near Novato, California, United States155 San Marin Drive Novato CA 94945 415-898-1925 About 435 days ago, 7/22/19 
Farmer's Market
Tokyo Farmers Market in Shibuya at Woman’s Uni Plaza
Near Shibuya, Tokyo, JapanAbout 451 days ago, 7/05/19 Sharer's comments : Fresh! 
Whole Foods Market
Whole Foods Market - Wilshire Blvd
Near Santa Monica, California, United States2201 Wilshire Blvd Santa Monica CA 90403 310-315-0662 About 459 days ago, 6/28/19 
Growers Direct
Growers Direct
Near Costa Mesa, California, United States3779, 101 E. 17th St. Costa Mesa CA 92627 949-631-7880 About 463 days ago, 6/23/19 
Lazy Acres Market
Near Encinitas, California, United StatesAbout 533 days ago, 4/14/19 Sharer's comments : Fresh Shiitake mushrooms! 
10 - Δέκα
Near Vouliagmeni, Attica, GreeceAbout 536 days ago, 4/12/19 Sharer's comments : Wild mushrooms 🍄 from Greece 🇬🇷 
Marukai Market
Near San Diego, CA, United StatesAbout 540 days ago, 4/07/19 Sharer's comments : Big display of large nicely priced Shiitake mushrooms!! 
Gelson's Market
Gelson’s Market- La Costa
Near Encinitas, California, United States7660 El Camino Real Carlsbad CA 92009 760-632-7511 About 557 days ago, 3/21/19 
Stehly Farms Market
Near San Diego, CA, United StatesAbout 567 days ago, 3/12/19 Sharer's comments : Shiitake Mushrooms spotted at Stehly Farms Market. 
Ballard Farmer's Market
Sno-Valley Mushrooms
Near Seattle, Washington, United States, Duvall About 568 days ago, 3/10/19 Sharer's comments : Shiitake Mushrooms spotted at Ballard Farmer's Market. Amazing grow-at-home shiitake kits - Yes please!! 
Mitsuwa Marketplace
Near San Diego, CA, United StatesAbout 584 days ago, 2/22/19 Sharer's comments : Shiitake Mushrooms spotted at Mitsuwa Marketplace. 
Broadway Sunday Farmer's Market
Sno-Valley Mushrooms
Near Seattle, Washington, United States, Duvall About 589 days ago, 2/17/19 Sharer's comments : Shiitake Mushrooms spotted at Broadway Sunday Farmer's Market. Grow-at-home mushroom kits - FUN! 
Marche Des Enfants Rouge
Marche Des Enfants Rouge Paris
Near Paris, Ile-de-France, France39 Rue De Bretagne 75003 Paris About 710 days ago, 10/20/18 Sharer's comments : Shiitake Mushrooms spotted at Marche Des Enfants Rouge . |
