Shiitake mushrooms have wide, tan or brown caps that look like little umbrellas and very sturdy stems. People in Japan and China have been growing shiitake mushrooms for over 1,000 years! They are one of the most popular mushrooms in the whole world.
- Shiitakes have a rich, woodsy smell and a strong, yummy flavor that makes soups and stir-fry dishes taste extra delicious.
- People eat billions of them every year!
- Shiitake mushrooms are also super healthy because they are full of vitamins that help your body stay strong.
- When they appear, they grow in clusters that look like a little mushroom family all living together on the same log!
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