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Pantry mushrooms

Dried mushrooms are not second-best fresh mushrooms. They are a different ingredient.

Drying concentrates aroma, changes texture, extends storage, and creates a soaking liquid that can deepen soups, sauces, risotto, beans, and braises.

Dried shiitake guide Wood ear guide

Species matters

Choose by the job

Shiitake

Earthy aroma, chewy caps, deep soaking stock.

Wood ear

Crisp texture, mild flavor, soups and salads.

Porcini

Concentrated forest aroma for sauces, risotto, and braises.

Buy, soak, cook, store

The safe workflow

  • Inspect for moisture, pests, mold, and abnormal odor
  • Rehydrate according to species and recipe
  • Strain soaking liquid through a fine filter
  • Cook thoroughly as appropriate
  • Store airtight, cool, dry, and labeled
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