Fresh Shiitake mushrooms

Shiitake

Lentinula edodes

Shiitake have a rich, savory flavor and firm caps. They work well in soups, stir-fries, roasting, and many other dishes.

Fresh shiitake mushrooms fruiting from a hardwood block

$20 per poundGrown to order · harvested in Cortez Colorado

Flavor and texture

About Shiitake.

Flavor
Rich, savory, and earthy.
Texture
Firm caps with a good chew after cooking.

Cooking ideas

Ways to use it.

  • Noodle and rice dishes
  • Broths and braises
  • Roasted vegetables
  • Dumpling fillings

Storage and cooking

How to handle it.

  • Wipe the caps clean and remove the firm stems.
  • Save the stems for stock if you like. They are usually too tough for a quick sauté.
  • Cook the caps until they soften and brown.

Order mushrooms

Text Mason for Shiitake.

Tell Mason how many pounds you need. If the current batch is sold out, the wait can be up to two weeks.