Latin name: Lentinus edodes
Also know as: Shiitake, Sawtooth Oak Mushroom, Black Forest Mushroom, Black Mushroom, Golden Oak Mushroom, Oakwood Mushroom

Origin: China
Supplier ID: BF-60HU

Lentinus edodes – Shiitake

The shiitake (Lentinula edodes) is an edible mushroom native to East Asia, which is now cultivated and consumed around the globe. It is considered a medicinal mushroom in some forms of traditional medicine. In nature the mushroom grows on the bark of deciduous trees with hard or dead wood. Shiitake has been used as a food and medicine for thousands of years. Shiitake are not only vital mushrooms, but also delicate edible mushrooms.

Nutritional values ​​of Lentinus edodes – Shiitake

100g contains:

• Energy: 1147kJ/ 275 kcal
• Protein: 23g
• Carbohydrates: 23g
• Thereof Sugar: <0,2g
• Fat: 2.2g
• Thereof Saturated fatty acids: 0.4g
• Fiber: 35g
• Salt: <0.03g

Complies with the Guidelines for edible mushrooms and edible mushroom products.

Each and every batch of our dried mushrooms is tested by an independent laboratory in line with health and statutory food standards: The analyzes include microbiological examinations for germs, bacteria and pesticides (BNN) and heavy metals of all kinds. Our dried mushrooms meet the strictest EU food directives.