Shiitake Nimono

Shiitake Nimono is a delicate Japanese simmered dish featuring tender shiitake mushrooms infused with umami flavors from dashi and soy sauce. This vegetarian appetizer is both comforting and flavorful, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Fresh shiitake mushrooms - 200 grams
• Dashi stock - 300 ml
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Mirin - 1 tablespoon
• Sake - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions (finely chopped) - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Clean the shiitake mushrooms with a damp cloth and remove the stems.
2. In a saucepan, combine dashi stock, soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar, and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
3. Add the shiitake mushrooms to the saucepan and simmer for about 15 minutes until they are tender and infused with the sauce.
4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the sesame oil.
5. Transfer the shiitake mushrooms to a serving dish, drizzle with the cooking liquid, and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 4 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants that support immune health.
• Contains compounds that may help lower cholesterol levels.

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