Happy Seasonal Sunday!
This week, we’re highlighting Shiitake Mushrooms—a flavorful, nutrient-dense fungi that’s in season now! Known for their rich, earthy taste and meaty texture, shiitake mushrooms are a fantastic addition to your plant-based meals. Whether in stir-fries, soups or as a meat substitute, these mushrooms are sure to elevate any dish.
Why You’ll Love Shiitake Mushrooms:
- Rich Umami Flavor: Adds a savory depth to any recipe.
- High in Fiber: Great for digestion and gut health.
- Packed with Nutrients: Full of B vitamins, antioxidants and minerals like copper and selenium.
Ways to Enjoy Shiitake Mushrooms:
- In Stir-fries: Add them to your favorite veggie stir-fry for a burst of flavor.
- In Soups: Shiitakes make an earthy addition to vegetable broths and miso soup.
- As a Topping: Sauté them and top your pizza for a delicious, umami-packed twist.
- In Noodles: Combine them with noodles for a savory, hearty meal.
Shiitake mushrooms are available now at many grocery stores, so be sure to grab some the next time you’re shopping. They’re a fantastic ingredient to experiment with in the kitchen!
(Note that the steps are quite hard, so pluck them off and toss them in a freezer bag with other veggie trimmings and use for stock at a later date).
Wishing you a savory and nourishing Sunday!
I started out several years ago watching Forks Over Knives, decided to “try out” the plant-based meal plan and had shockingly incredible results. I’ve never turned back. I have lost nearly 50 pounds, and that is just one side effect that me, my family, friends and clients have experienced after making the change.
Having been an incredible cook my entire adult life, I started my own personal chef service, NuYu Nourish, to extend my help to others. I interned under a celebrity chef, became a celebrity chef myself and have been expanding my reach and goals ever since! My plan follows strictly and simply those of Dr. Mcdougall, Dr. T. Colin Campbell and Dr. Esselstyn.
