![]() ![]() ![]() Shiitakes are deeply rooted in Asian history with the first mention of them dating back to 199AD when natives of Kyushu presented the emperor with a gift of the prized woodland gathering. Harvesting shiitake mushrooms off your own log is a rewarding hobby. In China, shiitake is known as hsaing ku, which means fragrant mushroom. The Japanese name, shiitake (shee-tah-kay) is derived from “shii” meaning the shiia or oak tree on which they grow and “take” meaning mushroom. Shiitake (Lentinus edodes belonging to the Tricholomataceae family) is a forest mushroom native to Japan, China and Korea. Aside from being top choice for the pan, the healthful benefits of eating shiitake mushrooms make them even more to marvel over. There’s a familiar old saying about mushrooms making meals marvelous but when it comes to the delectable shiitake, here’s a pick that goes way beyond the call of duty. ![]()
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