Sweet Simmered Mushrooms (Shiitake No Nimono)

May 28, 2023May 28, 20230 1

Sweet Simmered Mushrooms (Shiitake No Nimono) Recipe for a Flavorful Japanese Dish

by The Chefin Japanese

Prep

60 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

Fat

0.1g

Shiitake mushrooms are a staple ingredient in many Japanese dishes, and Sweet Simmered Mushrooms (Shiitake No Nimono) is a classic way to prepare them. This simple yet flavorful dish showcases the natural sweetness and umami of the shiitake mushrooms and makes for a tasty side dish or appetizer. The dish is also low in calories and fat, making it a healthy addition to your diet. So whether you are a mushroom lover or just experimenting with new flavors, Sweet Simmered Mushrooms are a delicious and easy way to add a touch of Japanese cuisine to your menu.

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, soak the dried shiitake mushrooms in warm water for 30-60 minutes or until fully rehydrated.
2.	In a small saucepan, mix together the dashi stock powder, sugar, mirin, soy sauce, and sake. Heat over medium-high heat until it comes to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
3.	Add the rehydrated shiitake mushrooms and enough water to cover them to the saucepan. Simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the mushrooms are tender and have absorbed the flavors of the broth.
4.	Serve the mushrooms hot or cold, as a side dish or appetizer.

PROS

Sweet Simmered Mushrooms are easy to prepare and bursting with umami flavor, making them a versatile ingredient in many Japanese dishes.

They are also low in calorie and fat, making them a healthy addition to your diet.

CONS

Some people may find the taste of shiitake mushrooms too strong or earthy.

The dish may also be too sweet for those who prefer savory flavors.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Shiitake mushrooms are rich in vitamins and minerals, including B vitamins, copper, and selenium, and have been linked to numerous health benefits, such as improving heart health, supporting immune function, and reducing inflammation.

	4 dried shiitake mushrooms ( medium to large )
	1 cup water
	1/2 teaspoon instant dashi stock ( dashi-no-moto powder )
	2 tablespoons sugar
	2 tablespoons mirin
	2 tablespoons soy sauce
	2 tablespoons sake