Fresh and dried shiitake mushrooms are a popular ingredient in various East Asian cuisines. They have an earthy, meaty flavor that adds a rich quality to many vegetarian and vegan recipes.

Shiitake mushrooms contain beta-glucans that lower cholesterol and promote heart health Lentinan in shiitake mushrooms has shown potential in suppressing tumor growth Rich in selenium and vitamin ...

8 ounces whole shiitake mushrooms, ends trimmed 3 tablespoons finely chopped ginger 5 cloves garlic, sliced 2 shallots, peeled and sliced ⅛-inch thick 1 cup short-grain white rice, rinsed and ...

Shiitake-Ginger-Miso Chicken Stock This stock from chef Scott Clark of Dad’s Luncheonette in Half Moon Bay, Calif., gets its luscious body from chicken feet, which release their collagen as they ...

Place whole mushrooms in pot with water and bring to boil. Remove from heat, cover and let sit for 30 minutes (mushrooms will become very soft). With slotted spoon, remove mushrooms, discard stems ...

Shiitake mushrooms from Japan are more than just a staple in cuisine.they are a symbol of harmony between nature and human craftsmanship. But have you ever wondered how Japan grows an astonishing 500 ...

It doesn’t get easier than this salmon and shiitake mushroom mixed rice dish that comes together in a single pot. Don't forget the scallion seasoning sauce.

Shiitake are now cultivated in Britain and can be bought fresh or dried. Snip off the hard stems (but don’t discard them – add to soups and stock). Shiitake go well with pork, meat and steamed ...