Shiitake Mushroom (Noun)
Meaning
Edible east Asian mushroom having a golden or dark brown to blackish cap and an inedible stipe.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The stir-fry recipe called for a generous helping of sliced shiitake mushrooms to be sautéed with garlic and ginger.
- The chef added a few whole shiitake mushrooms to the pot of simmering dashi broth to add depth of flavor.
- In the forest, the forager carefully plucked a few shiitake mushrooms from the decaying log, taking care not to damage the delicate caps.
- The Japanese restaurant's signature dish featured a rich sauce made with shiitake mushrooms, soy sauce, and sake.
- The dried shiitake mushrooms rehydrated quickly in the hot water, releasing their earthy aroma into the air.