shiitake
noun
shii·ta·ke
shē-ˈtä-kē 
variants
or less commonly shitake
: a dark Asian mushroom (Lentinus edodes of the family Agaricaceae) widely cultivated especially on woods of the beech family for its edible flavorful tan to brown cap
Examples of shiitake in a Sentence
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Young says fresh shiitake mushrooms are another good option.
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Becky Krystal, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
That includes a Manila Wagyu roll with F1 Wagyu (a Wagyu beef crossbreed), marinated shiitake mushrooms, tamago, asparagus, and crispy garlic; smoked shima aji nigiri; and baked clay pot glass noodles with Maine lobster, five-spice Berkshire pork belly, jalapeno relish, and garlic chips.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 22 Jan. 2024
On top is a six-minute egg that oozes appropriately, a tangle of scallions, pickled shiitake mushrooms and a spoonful of chili crisp.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 15 Jan. 2024
Coconut rice adds a rich layer to a gumbo topped with juicy shrimp and sausage ($23), while the shiitake mushrooms are seasoned with lemon zest and yellow miso ($19), a refreshing mix after a long day in a dry climate.
—Lucky Benson, New York Times, 14 Dec. 2023
Upstairs, Goldsmith Bar transforms ingredients commonly found in the neighborhood—shiitake syrup, osmanthus oolong—into heady drinks, and will soon be joined by a Chinese restaurant on the top floor and rooftop terrace.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Nov. 2023
On the lighter side, there’s a soothing risotto, streaked green with the same herbed oil that graces the salmon mousse and bulked up with shiitake and oyster mushrooms.
—Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 9 June 2023
Thin yellow noodles tossed with Chinese celery and shiitake mushrooms are slicked with garlic butter and finished with nuggets of sweet crab.
—Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 17 Nov. 2023
Mushroom Quesadillas This recipe uses a pound of your favorite mushrooms, which can include a blend of shiitake, oyster, cremini and more, and pairs them with mildly sweet corn tortillas that contrast with the meaty earthiness of the star ingredient.
—Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 12 Aug. 2023
Becky Krystal, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
That includes a Manila Wagyu roll with F1 Wagyu (a Wagyu beef crossbreed), marinated shiitake mushrooms, tamago, asparagus, and crispy garlic; smoked shima aji nigiri; and baked clay pot glass noodles with Maine lobster, five-spice Berkshire pork belly, jalapeno relish, and garlic chips.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 22 Jan. 2024
On top is a six-minute egg that oozes appropriately, a tangle of scallions, pickled shiitake mushrooms and a spoonful of chili crisp.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 15 Jan. 2024
Coconut rice adds a rich layer to a gumbo topped with juicy shrimp and sausage ($23), while the shiitake mushrooms are seasoned with lemon zest and yellow miso ($19), a refreshing mix after a long day in a dry climate.
—Lucky Benson, New York Times, 14 Dec. 2023
Upstairs, Goldsmith Bar transforms ingredients commonly found in the neighborhood—shiitake syrup, osmanthus oolong—into heady drinks, and will soon be joined by a Chinese restaurant on the top floor and rooftop terrace.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Nov. 2023
On the lighter side, there’s a soothing risotto, streaked green with the same herbed oil that graces the salmon mousse and bulked up with shiitake and oyster mushrooms.
—Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 9 June 2023
Thin yellow noodles tossed with Chinese celery and shiitake mushrooms are slicked with garlic butter and finished with nuggets of sweet crab.
—Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 17 Nov. 2023
Mushroom Quesadillas This recipe uses a pound of your favorite mushrooms, which can include a blend of shiitake, oyster, cremini and more, and pairs them with mildly sweet corn tortillas that contrast with the meaty earthiness of the star ingredient.
—Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 12 Aug. 2023
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