How to Make Shiitake Dashi (Mushroom Broth) Properly

Shiitake Dashi, which contains a large amount of umami components, not only tastes delicious but also allows you to enjoy the rich aroma of shiitake mushrooms. Among the dashi broths used in Japanese cuisine, it is one of the easiest to make with minimal effort.

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Soaking Time: 10

Total Time: 10

Servings:

Ingredients

▢ 0.85 oz dried shiitake mushrooms (The amount of shiitake mushrooms should be approximately 5% of the water volume.)
▢ 2 cups water

Instructions

Rinse dried shiitake mushrooms. Place them in a bowl of water and let them soak in the refrigerator for about 10 hours.
Afterward, remove the rehydrated shiitake mushrooms and strain the soaking liquid through a fine-mesh sieve.

Notes

You can store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
The shiitake mushrooms can be used as ingredients in other dishes.

Nutrition

Calories: 1kcal

Author: Ryo Hikita (Umami Pot)

Cuisine: Japanese

Category: Dashi, Traditional, Vegan

Keyword: shiitake mushroom

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