Mushroom Shiitake Organic 1 kg

Shiitakes are still probably most popular exotic mushroom for cooking. They have a meaty and firm texture which is gorgeous and tender when cooked. They are very common in Asian – and also Italian cooking. Like any of the exotic mushrooms, they are best pan fried or sautéed in butter or oil. They can be added to soups or stews to give a satisfying taste.

First cultivated in 11th century Japan during the Southern Song dynasty. Well before modern cultivation techniques were invented, people cut and placed Shii trees (related to beech and oak) next to trees which were producing the mushrooms.