Dried Maitake Mushroom

Maitake Mushrooms — The Dancing Mushroom

Maitake (Grifola frondosa), also known as Sheep's Head, Ram's Head, and Hen of the Woods, is one of the most celebrated mushrooms in the world. The Japanese named it "maitake" — literally meaning "dancing mushroom." Prized for both its extraordinary flavor and its centuries-old medicinal legacy, Maitake is a true treasure of the forest.

Rich Flavor & Texture

Most people find Maitake's taste and texture enormously appealing — earthy, savory, and deeply satisfying. It is a versatile culinary mushroom that elevates soups, stir-fries, risottos, and more.

Traditional & Modern Wellness

Maitake has been prized in traditional Chinese and Japanese herbology as an adaptogen — an aid to help balance altered body systems back to a normal level. A variety of pharmacological effects have been demonstrated in laboratory studies, including:

• Activates the immune system
• Suppresses growth and metastasis of tumors
• Reduces elevated blood glucose levels
• Normalizes serum lipids
• Reduces elevated blood pressure
• Protects against liver damage
• Suppresses weight gain

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How to Use

Rehydrate your dried Maitake mushrooms by placing them in a bowl, covering with hot tap water, and soaking for 30 minutes. After soaking, gently strain and rinse, pat dry with a paper towel, and use as you would fresh mushrooms.

Tip: 1 oz of dried mushrooms is equal to about 8 oz of fresh. Store your dried mushrooms in the freezer — they will keep their flavor, color, and last indefinitely.