Shiitake Magic for Vegan Cooking.

Japanese Zen Cuisine has recognized the importance of Shiitake for over 800 years. Now, the Magic of Japanese Dried Shiitake is becoming globally recognized by Vegans, top chefs, and others in many new, innovative, and amazingly delicious foods.

See recipes from the Inspirational Vegan expert Hannah Kaminsky (BitterSweet).

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Umami Shiitake Burgers with Shiitake Aioli
Chickpeas and Shiitake join forces to create supple yet sturdy patties that are sure to satisfy the heartiest of appetites. Crisp on the outside, the initial crunchy bite yields easily to a tender interior, bursting with an intense depth of savory flavor.
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Seared Hearts of Palm Scallops with Cauliflower Puree
Resting on a lush bed of cauliflower puree, tender sliced hearts of palm seamlessly take the place of seafood. Crunchy bites of pistachio punctuate the creamy base, which is all at once light yet decadent.
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Zen Minestrone Soup
Reimagining the Italian staple with the Japanese principles of Zen cooking in mind, this brothy soup is light and refreshing, yet wholly satisfying thanks to a rich palate of deep flavors, varied textures, vibrant colors, and ample umami. Many New Yorkers very well received this soup at Vegandale Fest NY.
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Nut Cheese-Stuffed Shiitake
Juicy, meaty Shiitake is the umami base for rich herbed nut cheese with a luscious creamy texture that seems to defy its dairy-free components. Vegan yogurt adds a slightly tangy, funky note, like earthy yet mild goat cheese, perfectly paired with the rich umami mushrooms underneath.
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Shiitake Stroganoff
Garlicky cream sauce bathes the cascading noodles in a tidal wave of luscious mushroom goodness, infusing every element of the dish with incredible amounts of umami.
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Shiitake Tacos
Minced tempeh and Shiitake stem simmer with nuanced spice in this effortless, almost instant entree. With a smoky, subtly charred edge from the kiss of a cast-iron skillet, no one would ever miss the meat here.
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Vegan Meatballs
Coming together in a matter of minutes, this shortcut seitan formula is easy to master. The mixture is first steamed to become plump and juicy, then quickly seared for a crisp, golden-brown exterior. They're incredibly hearty, substantial, and won't fall apart under pressure.
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Instant Cream of Mushroom Soup Mix
Whip up your own instant cream of mushroom soup mix to make a comforting starter in seconds, or use it for greater culinary creations. It's an indispensable pantry staple that you'll want on hand at all times.
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Forager's Pie
In the spirit of shepherd's pie, this Forager's Pie replaces ground beef with umami-rich shiitake mushrooms and tempeh. Incredibly meaty and satisfying, this is the next level of plant-based comfort food.
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Browned Vegan Butter Mushroom Stuffing
Tangy sourdough and umami mushrooms are the foundation of this hearty, comforting stuffing. Infused with autumnal herbs and nutty browned butter taste, it's the best side dish you could invite over for Thanksgiving dinner.
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Make-Ahead Chickpea Gravy
Becoming more flavorful the longer it sits, this gravy is your new best friend for Thanksgiving. Feel free to double or triple the amounts because there's no such thing as too much gravy.
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Shiitake Pâté en Croûte
Take rich shiitake pate and wrap it in buttery puff pastry for the ultimate meatless holiday feast. This festive entree is a showstopper that everyone will love.
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Shiitake Bacon
Crispy, caramelized shiitake caps retain a hearty, chewy bite after slowly roasting the oven. Infused with richly savory, smoky flavors, shiitake mushrooms make even better bacon than meat.
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Homemade Vegan Worcestershire Sauce
This homemade Worcestershire Sauce is a way better the commercially prepared version, with a flavor that's well-rounded, not too sweet, and full of umami.
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Chopped Cheese Sandwich
This fully loaded chopped cheese sandwich is piled high witha super umami filling, gooey cheese sauce, and crisp vegetables all on a soft hoagie bun. It's so intensely rich and savory, you won't even realize it's vegan.
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Vegan Lobster Rolls
Shiitake mushrooms paired with artichoke bottoms create an incredibly meaty, juicy, and delicate base for the oceanic flavors associated with classic lobster rolls. Whether you want them buttery or creamy, you're gonna love these sandwiches.
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Mushroom Meatloaf
Moist, rich, umami, and incredibly meaty, you won't believe this meatloaf is completely vegan!
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Vegan Garbage Plate
Don't call it trashy; the Garbage Plate is an American icon. It only gets better when you make it at home with plant-based ingredients. Full of everything you're craving late at night with plenty of umami protein and satisfying carbs, it's the ultimate munchie meal.
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Caramelized Shiitake Risotto for All Seasons
Shiitake mushrooms and other Japanese ingredients are the secrets to making a richer, healthier, and even easier risotto than the original Italian version. With one base recipe, you can create endless seasonal variations for a delicious change of pace whenever you crave it!
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Gluten-Free Vegan Hot Dogs
Make the best meatless hot dogs you've ever sunk your teeth into with this quick, easy recipe. It will be hard to go back to store-bought after trying your first batch.
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Meatless Keema Curry
Make a vegan version of aromatic, richly spiced keema curry by using the umami power of minced shiitake mushrooms. Tender lentils add plant-based protein to create an easy, incredibly satisfying entree.
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Meatless Beef Samosas
Beef samosa are a comforting snack, entree, or appetizer that everyone loves. No one will realize this hearty recipe is completely meatless!
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Vegan Malai Kofta
Rich, savory kofta, crispy on the outside and buttery on the inside, are almost like luscious fried mashed potatoes. This version is stuffed with finely minced shiitake and raisins for a sweet and savory combination that's absolutely irresistible. Bathe them in a decadent plant-based creamy curry of any color, and you'll have an unforgettable entree.
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Shiitake Biryani
Layered with aromatic spices, saffron, and rosewater, this take on biryani is so decadent that you'll never miss the chicken or beef. Shiitake mushrooms are instead marinated in highly seasoned yogurt for that same rich, meaty bite.
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Palak Paneer
Vibrantly spiced spinach curry makes it easy to eat your greens. High protein tofu takes the place of dairy-based paneer in this completely vegan version.
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Mushroom 65
If you like it hot, you'll LOVE mushroom 65. A vegan take on Indian chicken 65, it's healthier, easier to make, and every bit as flavorful.
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Vegan Rogan Josh
Vegan rogan josh is every bit as meaty, rich, and intensely spicy as the classic Kashmiri curry. You'll love this easy recipe!
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If you can't decide which dish to eat first, I recommend the third one from the top, Zen minestrone, served at Vegandale Festival NY and was a big hit with New Yorkers.

Our Shiitake are harvested 100% naturally and in Japan. A two-season crop harvested by over 600 local cultivators we know personally. Not done by our competitors.

Our Shiitake is grown on Sweet Japanese Oak, recognized as the best-tasting and textured Shiitake. Cultivation is completely sustainable and supports a local heritage and community.

SUGIMOTO Shiitake has Kosher, Organic, and ISO22000 Certification and has won the Most Sustainability Award from the Japanese Government.

Our Forest-grown Shiitake is endorsed by many top chefs all over the world. Discover the secrets of Zen Cuisine to amp up all of your Vegan dishes.

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Donko is a Shiitake mushroom with a thick, meaty & dome-shaped cap. Donko is harvested earlier when budding than "Koshin". Bite-sized: 25-42mm.

Koshin is a flatter & easier to use Shiitake, with a thin-shaped cap. Larger (42-75mm) than the "Donko." Easy to cut into various shapes & sizes, & requires less time to rehydrate.

Powder Instantly boosts the Natural Umami & flavor of your all cooking, even without adding a Shiitake taste. Unlike competitors, no additional salt, herbs, spices, or other flavors enhance only your foods' natural flavors.

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How to Rehydrate Dried Shiitake mushrooms to achieve the best taste, texture, and Umami.
Plus, some advice for food professionals.
https://sugimoto.co/en/the-most-delicious-way-to-soak-dried-shiitake-mushrooms/

Shiitake can enhance the Umami taste of non-MSG Vegan cooking. For more information, please see the following page.
https://sugimoto.co/en/how-to/why-does-dried-shiitake-make-food-taste-better/

You can read many American reviews on Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/sugimoto/

The best-tasting Shiitake are grown 100% naturally on Japanese Sweet Oak. The texture, aroma, and Umami boosting powers of Forest Grown Shiitake have received rave reviews from Milk Street, Vegandale Festival NY, end-user reviews, and famous restaurant chefs.

Iron Chef Judge Hattori Yukio uses and endorses our Dried Shiitake, not to mention we have Organic, Kosher, ISO22000 Certification and awarded from the Japanese Government 2020 Sustainability Award.

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