Generally small to medium in size, these mushrooms have caps averaging 5-10 centimetres in diameter which are attached to thin stems. The caps range in colour from light to dark brown and have a wide umbrella shape. Inside the cream coloured flesh is firm and spongy.

Health Benefits - Packed full of vitamins, minerals, they are low in calories and high in fibre. 

Flavour - When cooked, Shitake Mushrooms release a garlic pine aroma and have a savoury, Smokey and earthy flavour. 

Availability - Available all year round.

Storage - Store Shitake Mushrooms in a paper bag and place them in the dry crisp area of the refrigerator. 

Product of China

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