🍄 Product description
Dried shiitake mushrooms (Lentinula edodes), often referred to as Nam Huong (nám hương), are a traditional ingredient in Asian cuisine with a rich, earthy and umami flavour. These mushrooms have a distinctive aroma and, once rehydrated, a pleasant, meaty texture that complements soups, sauces, stews and stir-fries perfectly. The dried form ensures a long shelf life and allows for storage without the need for refrigeration.
🍽️ Flavour and character
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Flavour: distinctively earthy, umami – adds great depth to dishes without the need for other strong flavours.
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Texture after rehydration: soft to meaty, ideal for hot dishes.
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Uses: soups (e.g. ramen), broths, vegetable stir-fries, risotto, stewed meats, Asian specialities and vegetarian dishes.
🧾 Ingredients and allergens
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Ingredients: 100 % dried shiitake mushrooms (Lentinula edodes).
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Allergens: the product does not usually contain common allergens (gluten, milk, eggs) – always check the label for the specific pack.
📊 Nutritional information (approximate values per 100 g of dried mushrooms)
Nutritional values may vary depending on the manufacturer, but a typical profile is:
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Energy: approx. 1099 kJ / 264 kcal
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Fat: ~2.2 g
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Carbohydrates: ~23 g
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Protein: ~18 g
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Salt: ~0.03 g
(approximate values typical for dried shiitake mushrooms)
💧 Preparation
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Soak the dried mushrooms in warm water for 15–30 minutes until they soften and increase in volume.
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Drain and rinse under running water.
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Use them in soups, sauces, risottos or stir-fries – cook according to the recipe.
💡 Tip: The stock made from the water used to soak the mushrooms has a strong flavour and can be used as a base for soups or sauces.
📦 Packaging and storage
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Weight: 100 g of dried mushrooms – they will increase significantly in volume after soaking.
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Store: in a dry, cool place away from direct light to preserve the quality and aroma of the mushrooms.
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Shelf life: typically long (months to years) due to their dried form.
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Country of origin: often Vietnam or China (depending on the specific manufacturer).
✨ Benefits
✔️ 100 % natural dried shiitake – no preservatives.
✔️ Rich umami flavour – adds depth to dishes.
✔️ Versatile – great in soups, sauces, stir-fries and other recipes.
✔️ Long shelf life – thanks to the dried form.
💡 Tip: Add rehydrated shiitake to ramen or a vegetable wok with tofu for depth of flavour and a nutritional boost!
