Simmered Shiitake Mushrooms
Master the art of making Simmered Shiitake Mushrooms, a traditional Japanese delicacy. This classic dish features shiitake mushrooms simmered in a sweet soy sauce, creating a glossy glaze that enhances their flavour.
Servings: 4 side dish
Ingredients
- 8 dried shiitake mushrooms
- 1 cup mushroom soaking liquid
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
Instructions
- Place the dried shiitake mushrooms in a bowl or airtight container, and cover them with at least 1 1/2 cups of water. You can use a small bowl or dish to help submerge the mushrooms. Let soak in the fridge overnight to rehydrate.
- Tip: If you're in a hurry, bring a pot of water to a boil, then turn off the heat. Add the dried mushrooms, cover with a lid and let them soak for 20-30 minutes or until they're rehydrated.
- Remove the stems from the mushrooms and thinly slice them.
- Add the sliced mushrooms, soaking liquid, soy sauce, mirin, and sugar to a large pan.
- Bring to a boil and then simmer until the mushrooms have absorbed the liquid (about 10 mins).
- Enjoy them as a filling for futomaki sushi, toppings for noodles or as a side dish.
Notes
- Rehydrating Time. Soak dried shiitake mushrooms submerged in water in the fridge overnight (12 hours) for a deeper flavour. Larger mushrooms may need more soaking time.
- Save The Mushroom Soaking Liquid for added depth of flavour in your recipe.
- Double The Recipe - I always make a double batch for my family or sushi night because they're incredibly flavourful and addictive.