Small to medium in size, have defined curled edges. Have a wrinkled, shriveled appearance with rounded caps and short stems. Caps should be thick, showcasing variegated hues of tan, white, brown, 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.