Shiitake Mushroom Gravy Recipe

Name: Shiitake Mushroom Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 small to medium dried shiitake mushrooms, rinsed well; 2 1/4 cups boiling water; 2 cups mushroom soaking liquid; 2 1/2 Tbs. soy sauce; 2 tsp. olive oil; 1 small onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 tsp. sugar; 1/2 tsp. dried thyme; 2 cups thickly sliced button mushrooms (6 1/2 oz.); 3 Tbs. all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Servings: persons

8 small to medium dried shiitake mushrooms, rinsed well
2 1/4 cups boiling water
2 cups mushroom soaking liquid
2 1/2 Tbs. soy sauce
2 tsp. olive oil
1 small onion, thinly sliced
1/2 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. dried thyme
2 cups thickly sliced button mushrooms (6 1/2 oz.)
3 Tbs. all-purpose flour
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

1
Place shiitake mushrooms in medium bowl, and add boiling water.
2
Cover with small plate.
3
Set aside 30 minutes.
4
Drain mushrooms, reserving soaking liquid.
5
Remove and discard stems from shiitake mushrooms.
6
Slice mushrooms into strips, and set aside.
7
Place mushroom soaking liquid into measuring cup, adding water if necessary, to make 2 cups.
8
Add soy sauce to mushroom liquid.
9
Set aside until ready to use.
10
In medium saucepan, heat oil over medium heat.
11
Add onion, and cook, stirring often, until golden brown, about 9 minutes.
12
Add sugar, thyme, button mushrooms and reserved shiitakes, and cook, stirring occasionally, until button mushrooms are tender, about 4 minutes.
13
Add flour, and cook, stirring occasionally, 1 to 2 minutes.
14
Whisk in reserved mushroom liquid, and cook, stirring continuously, until thickened, 5 minutes.
15
Stir in parsley, and add salt and freshly ground pepper to taste.
16
Serve hot.

1615

kcal

Calories

139

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 small to medium dried shiitake mushrooms, rinsed well, 2 1/4 cups boiling water, 2 cups mushroom soaking liquid, 2 1/2 Tbs. soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Shiitake Mushroom Gravy falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Shiitake Mushroom Gravy

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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