Japanese Mushroom Recipes

Winter is the perfect time to try some delicious Japanese mushroom recipes. I am highlighting six Japanese
mushrooms which are all delicious, easily available in Japanese supermarkets, very economical and
versatile in their usage. If you love mushrooms, the recipes below will be some great additions to your

winter dishes. If you are not mushroom lover, try some of the recipes below which may turn you into one!

Did you know that most edible mushrooms are being studied for their health promting benefits, and many
have been proven to boast your immune system.Mushrooms arerich in protein, fiber, vitamin C, B
vitamins, calcium, and minerals, along with being excellent sources of antioxidants.Mushrooms contain

polyphenols and selenium, as well as antioxidants that are unique to mushrooms (like ergothioneine, which
scientists are now beginning to recognize as a master antioxidant).

Many reasons to try new recipes and eat more mushrooms this year!

Japanese Mushroom Recipes

1. SHIITAKE (Lentinula edodes) Shiitake is one the most popular mushrooms
in Japanese cooking and have become well known outside of Japan. Shiitake are
available fresh or dried. If you buy dry soak in water for 30 mins to 2 hours before
use. Only the caps are recommended to eat (remove stem). Shiitake mushrooms are
most commonly used in soup stocks, nabe (hot pot) dishes and tempura, but here
are four great recipes to try with Shiitake.

Sauteed Shiitake Mushroomsfrom Epicurious.com. A wonderfully simple side dish or appetizer. All you
need is shiitake, olive oil and some teriyaki or oyster sauce. Takes five mins to make.
 Fettuccine with Shiitake Mushrooms & Basilfrom EatingWell.com. Who

dosnt like pasta. My kids loved this recipe so much it will probably be a

once a week dish for the winter months.

Warm Quinoa, Spinach, and Shiitake Salad from Martha Stewart.com.

This recipe is an amazing meatless power food bowl. A warm salad is
just perfect for a winter lunch. The final feta adds a perfect touch.

Hearty Shiitake Mushroom and Miso Soupfrom

Food Network.com. We tried this recipe the other day and it was delicious. Actually more
on the stew side which was perfect. Definitelya winter for the colder months.

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2. ENOKI (Flammulina velutipes)Enoki is a cultivated mushroom with a

crunchy texture that is often used in nabe (hot pot dishes).It is traditionally used

forsoups, but can also be used forsaladsand other dishes. Enokihas a crisp texture
and can berefrigeratedfor approximately one week. Make sure you cut all the ends

off that were touching the cultivation material.

Noodle Bowl With Soba, Enoki Mushrooms, Sugar Snap Peas and Tofufrom the

NYTimes.com. This is a simple but hearty soup for the family. Noodles can be soba or
udon.

Bacon Wrapped Enoki from Foodandwine.com. I made these the other day and could not
keep up with the demand. They are a wonderful appetizer with white wine. I added a bit of

shredded Parmesancheese inside the bacon which added a bit more Umami!

Pork and Enoki Stirfryfrom allrecipes.co.au. Quick and nutritious one plate recipe for the
busy family. The chestnuts and baby corn are optional. I just added veggies my kids like as

replacements.

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 3. SHIMEIJI (Lyophyllum shimeji) Another very popular, cultivated

mushroom.Shimejiis rich inumamitasting compounds, such asguanylic

acid,glutamic acid, andaspartic acid.

Silken Tofu, Spinach, and Shimeji in Oyster Saucefrom Daily Cooking Quest.com. Another
great side dish which would go great with a main dish of fish or pork. The softer tofu and

shimeiji meld perfecty with crisp spinach.

Pan-Fried Egg Tofu with Shimeji Mushrooms and Broccoli Recipefrom the

smokywok.com. This recipe calls for egg tofu, but I made with standard Japanese firm
tofu and it was great. My kids love broccoli so this dish was perfect.

Japanese Noodles With Shimeiji Mushroom from the steamykitchen.com. Another great
noodle and mushroom recipe for cold winter days. Any type of

mushrooms could be used but I think Shimeiji do work the best with this dish.

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4.MAITAKE (Grifola frondosa) Maitake mushrooms are another very
popular mushroom in Japanese cuisine.The name maitake means dancing
mushroom in Japanese. It is also known as the hen of the woods, sheeps

head,king of mushrooms (due to its large size), and cloud mushroom. Maitake is

best known for its cancer-fighting properties. In 2009, a phase I/II human trial was

conducted by Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, and it showed that maitake extract stimulates the

immune systems of breast cancer patients. The results of the study were published in the Journal of Cancer
Research and Clinical Oncology.

Seared Maitake Mushroomsfrom Epicurious.com. This recipe is a bit more

complicated, but so delicious. If you are looking for a dish for a dinner party I think
this one is perfect. Coupled with white or red wine you have a winner.

Hen of the Woods (Maitake) Frittata from the Crepes of Wrath. The kids and I made this

Frittata for breakfast the other morning and Oh Gosh it was great. Good dish for people
who may not like mushrooms so much but want the health benefits. You can chop up the mushrooms really
fine and barely detect. Great brunch dish.

Maitake Mushroom & Asparagus Stir Fryfrom Eden Foods.com.Great recipe for a simple stir

fry with a variety or veggies. Follow the recipe recommendations or adapt with your only familys favorite
vegetables but dont skip the Maitake.

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5. ENRINJI (Pleurotus eryngii)

Erinjiis large type of oyster mushroom that is popular in Japan. Its thick, meaty

stem is usually sliced and incorporated into sauted or grilled dishes.

Japanese Salt Grilled Erinji

Mushroomsfromnasilemaklover.blogspot.jp. Simple
recipe perfect for a quick appetizer. All you need is enrinjimushrooms, butter, salt

and pepper, mirin and sake.

Pasta with Eringi and Baconfrom Withaglass.com. This is a great comfort meal. I you

need something fast and in mass this is a good recipe. Simple pasta, bacon, enrinji,
parmesan cheese and black pepper.

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6. Nameko(Pholiota nameko) Is a small, amber-brown mushroom with a

slightly gelatinous coating that is used as an ingredient in miso soup and nabe (hot-

pots). It is sold in plastic bags or cans. Dont let the slim turn you off from trying they

are amazing!

Firm Tofu with Nameko Mushroom Sauce from Washoku Guide.com. One of my familys
favorite tofu dish. Great side dish with a grilled fish or beef.

Nameko Mushroom & Tofu Miso Soupfrom cookpad.com. Here is a fail proof recipe for Miso Soup and

Nameko. A staple dinner side at our table year round!

Mushroom Rice Cooked in a Donabe or a Rice Cookerfrom CookTellsAStory.com. This

recipe can be made with just Nameko mushrooms, or you can add in a variety of the

mushrooms above. A great way to enjoy the bounty of all mushrooms this season.

Japanese Mushroom Recipes

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