Dried Shiitake Mushrooms (Whole)
Our Whole Dried Shiitake Mushrooms are a cornerstone of Asian pantries, prized for their incredibly intense, smoky, and umami flavor, which is much more concentrated than their fresh counterparts. The...
Our Whole Dried Shiitake Mushrooms are a cornerstone of Asian pantries, prized for their incredibly intense, smoky, and umami flavor, which is much more concentrated than their fresh counterparts. The drying process creates a deep, savory character. When rehydrated, they become tender yet meaty, and the soaking liquid creates a flavorful, aromatic broth (dashi) that is a fantastic base for soups and sauces. A must-have for authentic Asian cooking.
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Good flavor, some broken pieces: The flavor of these dried shiitake is very intense and umami-rich. They are great for stocks. In our last shipment, there were more broken pieces than usual, but the overall quality of the mushroom itself was still very high.
Meaty and flavorful: The texture of these rehydrated shiitake is wonderfully meaty, making them a great addition to our vegetarian dishes. The flavor is deep and savory.
An essential umami bomb for our pantry: As a vegan food developer, creating savory flavors is a priority. Dried shiitake mushrooms are an umami bomb, and these are top-grade. The rich, smoky flavor is essential for our broths and plant-based "meat" dishes.
A staple for our Asian grocery section: We stock these dried shiitake mushrooms in our Asian grocery stores. They are a staple product that customers always look for. The quality is great, with a strong aroma and good-sized caps.
A must-have for our vegetarian line: Our company produces a line of vegetarian ready-meals. Dried shiitake mushrooms are a key ingredient for us to create a savory, meaty, umami flavor. These are excellent quality and provide the deep flavor we need.
Great flavor, requires careful cleaning: These dried shiitake have a fantastic, deep umami flavor. They do require a careful rinse after soaking to remove some grit, but the resulting flavor in our broths is worth the extra step. A very good product.
Thank you for the feedback. We will enhance our pre-drying cleaning process. We're glad you enjoy the rich flavor!
Authentic taste for Chinese dishes: You cannot make authentic Chinese hot and sour soup without dried shiitake mushrooms. These are top quality. They have a deep, earthy flavor and a great meaty texture. A pantry essential for any Asian kitchen.
A must-have for our vegetarian line: Our company produces a line of vegetarian ready-meals. Dried shiitake mushrooms are a key ingredient for us to create a savory, meaty, umami flavor. These are excellent quality and provide the deep flavor we need.
Authentic taste for Chinese dishes: You cannot make authentic Chinese hot and sour soup without dried shiitake mushrooms. These are top quality. They have a deep, earthy flavor and a great meaty texture. A pantry essential for any Asian kitchen.
Meaty texture, rich flavor: These rehydrated shiitake mushrooms have a fantastic meaty texture that works well in our vegetarian stir-fries. The soaking liquid is also a bonus, adding a rich umami broth to the dish. Excellent.
The heart of our restaurant's dashi: Dried Shiitake are essential for making a rich, umami dashi. These are excellent quality - thick caps, great smoky aroma. The rehydrated mushrooms are also meaty and perfect for our noodle soup toppings. Very pleased.
Incredible flavor and texture: These dried shiitake are incredible. They rehydrate to a perfect meaty texture, and the soaking liquid is an amazing, flavorful broth. An essential ingredient for any serious chef.
Meaty texture, rich flavor: These rehydrated shiitake mushrooms have a fantastic meaty texture that works well in our vegetarian stir-fries. The soaking liquid is also a bonus, adding a rich umami broth to the dish. Excellent.
Deep umami flavor for our vegetarian dishes: As a vegetarian restaurant, creating deep, savory flavors is important. These dried shiitake mushrooms are an umami powerhouse. They add a meaty texture and a rich, smoky flavor to our dishes. The broth from soaking is like liquid gold.
A staple for our Asian grocery section: We stock these dried shiitake mushrooms in our Asian grocery stores. They are a staple product that customers always look for. The quality is great, with a strong aroma and good-sized caps.
Good flavor, some broken pieces: The flavor of these dried shiitake is very intense and umami-rich. They are great for stocks. In our last shipment, there were more broken pieces than usual, but the overall quality of the mushroom itself was still very high.
We apologize for the higher number of broken pieces in your last order and are reviewing our handling procedures. We are glad the flavor quality remained high and appreciate your continued business.
Deep umami flavor for our vegetarian dishes: As a vegetarian restaurant, creating deep, savory flavors is important. These dried shiitake mushrooms are an umami powerhouse. They add a meaty texture and a rich, smoky flavor to our dishes. The broth from soaking is like liquid gold.
The Umami Backbone of Our Broth: Our vegetarian ramen broth gets its deep umami flavor from these dried shiitake. The quality is superb, with thick caps that have a meaty texture when rehydrated. The soaking liquid is also invaluable.
An excellent product: These dried shiitake mushrooms are an excellent product. The flavor is deep and rich, and they add a fantastic savory quality to our cooking. A staple in our restaurant kitchen.
An essential pantry item: Dried shiitake are an essential pantry item for any kitchen focused on Asian cuisine. These are great quality, with a deep flavor and good texture. A must-have.
Essential for authentic flavor: You cannot get authentic Asian flavor without quality ingredients. These dried shiitake are the real deal. The flavor they add to our broths is unmatched. A must-have.
Perfect for adding depth to vegetarian dishes: We use these dried shiitake to add a meaty, savory depth to our vegetarian bolognese sauce. They work wonderfully. The texture is great and the flavor is rich and earthy.
The best for vegetarian stocks: These dried shiitake are our secret to a rich and savory vegetarian stock. The deep, smoky umami flavor is incredible. They are much better than any stock cube.