Shiitake
Type
Shiitake group Mushrooms
Fine scales and cracks mark the brown cap, with closely spaced gills underneath.
Where it grows
Brown umbrella grown by an oak tree
It grows on oak-type wood, and in Korea, it is cultivated using logs and sawdust.
Taste
- Flavor
- Deep umami and woody aroma
- Texture
- Thick and chewy
- Dishes
- Stir-fried, Hot pot, Braised