Datian Dried Mushroom Shiitake Slice thin 5lbs pack

Datian Quality You Can Taste, we sell 2 x 40 feet Container weekly. The mushrooms you order will not be more than 3 days old.

These mushroom are of the finest and ripest quality America has to offer.
Even if you might wish to take time before purchasing it offhand, I highly recommend you recommend this superb product to your friends and family so no one will miss this irresistable opportunity!

Dried Mushroom Shiitake are less than half the price of fresh Shiitake.

It is very popular in oriental cooking.
It will keep for a long time in your freezer so keep some on hand. Just soak them in hot water 20 minutes, drain, blot, then sauté in butter, garlic and a little white wine. Pour over your cooked steak or chops. Wow is it good!
They are very much like fresh Shiitake after they have been rehydrated, use the in any dish that calls for fresh or dried mushrooms.
Remember a good rule of thumb is, One ounce of dried mushrooms is equal to aprox 8 ounces of fresh mushrooms.

Dried mushrooms can have a shelf life of many months without refrigeration, and for a year or more if frozen.
They're always ready to go at short notice for any occasion; they are easily reconstituted and can be used in place of fresh mushrooms in most recipes French chefs call the Shiitake the "fragrant" mushroom.
Use anywhere pronounced mushroom flavor is desired.
Delicious breaded and fried, added to vegetable and Oriental soups.
Chop and mix with bread crumbs for a savory stuffing for grilled vegetables. Use in stir fry dishes, rice dishes, casseroles and even grilled with meats. It also may be eaten raw.

The large caps are often grilled whole as an appetizer, stuffed and baked or as a "Veggie Burger." However, grilled or broiled - Shiitake needs a generous supply of oil. Shiitakes may also be enjoyed as a tea for further health benefits.

Shiitake (Lentinus Edodes) is often called a wild mushroom, however, it is mostly found cultivated. Its name is taken from a Japanese word meaning "oak fungus" - discovered most frequently growing at the base of oak conifers called "shii trees," thus its name.

Originally they grew on rotted oak logs in shady areas. Currently, Shiitakes are being grown with an intensive cultivation technique that has only recently been developed: synthetic logs composed of sterile compost using environmental manipulation of the crop by heavy watering, a moderate temperature, humidity and shading or positioning the logs in areas of different microclimate.

This controlled environment allows fresh year round availability in nearly all U.S. markets. The cropping period is 3 to 5 years.
Besides China and Japan, also widely cultivated in Taiwan, Thailand, South Korea, Singapore as well as Holland, the United States and Canada.

Researchers S. Suzuki and Oshima found that a raw Shiitake eaten daily for one week lowered serum cholesterol by 12%. Concentrated forms of lentinan (a polysaccharide), a Shiitake extract, have been used to treat cancer, AIDS, diabetes, fibrosystic breast disease and other conditions.

Shiitake mushrooms have very low fat content, no starch, and more vitamin B12 than milk and fish. He considers Shiitake nutritionally more valuable than the western staples: corn, turnips, potatoes, tomatoes, and carrots.
Having a full complement of essential amino acids, and containing twice the protein of other mushrooms : (18%) - although less protein than meat, the amount is comparable to peas and green beans.

Shiitakes contain a good amount of calcium, phosphorus, iron and other minerals, a low caloric count, and are said to be rich in Vitamins A, B1, B2, C, D2, niacin, with good lipids, fiber and carbohydrates.

Here is its detailed nutritional value from _American Health Magazine_, May 1987:
100 grams (about 3 1/2 oz) shiitake contains
39 calories
15 to 35% protein
Less than 1 gram of fat
7.3 g. carbohydrate
0.8 g. crude fiber
0.8mg. thiamine (53% mdr)
0.5mg. riboflavin (29% mdr)
5.5mg. niacin(27.5%)
rich in Vitamin D2(200iu. 50%)
B2 and B12

Dried Shiitake mushrooms are the best all around dried mushrooms for a novice coinsure of exotic mushrooms.
Dried shiitake mushrooms have a wonderful smoky flavor and a meaty texture. They are one of the most versatile mushrooms for their economical price. We only sell high quality Datian sliced or whole shiitake mushroom caps.

Datian Shiitake Mushrooms are valuable health food - low in calories, high in vegetable proteins, iron, zinc, chitin, chitin, fiber, vitamins and minerals. Mushrooms also have a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine, to promote good health and vitality, and increasing your body's adaptive abilities. Recipes & Cooking Hints

Reconstituting: Dried mushroom Shiitake can be reconstituted by steeping them in warm water/broth for about 30 minutes or by added them to a simmering liquid 10-15 minutes before serving. The flavorful soaking liquid can then be strained for addition to soups and sauces.

Preparation: The texture and flavor of the fleshy shiitake mushroom cap is wonderful, although its stem is quite fibrous and should be removed before cooking. The stem is commonly discard, but can be finally mincing before use, or simmered to make a flavorful and aromatic mushroom stock.

Sautéed: Lightly sauté well soaked but padded dry mushrooms and possibly shallots in butter until tender, or for approximately 6 minutes.
Serve warm as a side dish to meats such as a nice steak.

Sauce: follow the instructions above and deglaze pan with the shiitake soaking liquid and/or white wine. Reduce liquid, add heavy cream and simmer until desired thickness is reached. Serve over all kinds of beef, venison, and pasta.

Dried shiitake mushrooms are a prized in oriental cooking where they can be added to anything from savory soups to spicy stir fries. In Japan, shiitake are the most commonly eaten mushroom and the dried mushrooms are preferred by many in Japanese culture.

The dried shiitake's flavor is so intense because one whole pound of fresh mushrooms has its flavors condensed down to just 3 ounces of high quality dried shiitake mushrooms.

Shiitake are not only a delicious addition to just about any recipe; they are also a healthy one.
These mushrooms are not only a source of high quality protein because they contain all essential amino acids, but shiitake also are a good source of minerals and vitamins.
Having high fiber and few calories makes these mushrooms a close to perfect food!

All these dietary attributes are part of the reason the shiitake mushrooms has long been a symbol of longevity in China. In fact, a growing body of evidence shows that the health benefits of eating shiitake do not end at the mushroom's nutritional benefits