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Shiitake Mushroom Dashi

Balanced, flavorful, and enjoyable—this recipe has it all.

Prep Time
5 mins
Additional Time
12 hrs
Total Time
12 hrs 5 mins
Servings: 4 portions
Cuisine: Japanese

Ingredients

  • 25 g dried shiitake mushroom for strong dashi. Use less for a milder taste.
  • 500 ml cold water 5°C / 41°F

Instructions

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  1. Gently wash 25 g dried shiitake mushroom in a bowl of cold water to remove any dust or debris.
  2. Place them in a ziplock bag.
  3. Add 500 ml cold water to the bag and seal. Store in the refrigerator for 12-24 hours.
  4. After 12-24 hours, remove the shiitake and use them as ingredients in cooking. Rehydrated shiitake can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
  5. Store the dashi in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 1 month.