1h 10mDungeon Meshi (Delicious in Dungeon)
Huge Scorpion and Walking Mushroom Hotpot
Comfort Food Mains · Medium
Shiitake Mushrooms
椎茸
Used in 1 recipe
What is it?
Umami-rich caps with curved stems — classic Japanese mushroom.
Culinary role
Whole scored caps stand in for mushroom feet in dungeon hotpots.
Buying guide
Fresh shiitake (椎茸) bring deep umami to hotpots; score caps in a cross so stems stand like fantasy mushroom feet in dungeon stews. Tight, unopened caps beat wide, flat ones for texture.
Dried shiitake work after a 20-minute warm soak — squeeze gently before using.
- Budget pick: fresh caps in produce.
- Premium pick: donko-grade dried shiitake from Japan.
Substitutes
Cremini mushrooms with stems left on for a similar silhouette.
How to store
Refrigerate fresh caps; store dried shiitake airtight in pantry.
Shelf life
Fresh: about 1 week. Dried: 12+ months.
Where to buy
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