Mushrooms, shiitake, cooked

Shiitake mushrooms are edible fungi; the figures here describe them cooked. They provide mainly carbohydrate, with smaller amounts of protein and very little fat. Per 100g, they contain 12g of carbohydrate, 1.6g of protein and 0.2g of fat, and provide 232 kJ of energy. They also contain some B vitamins and minerals, including potassium.

Carbohydrate supplies energy, while protein is needed for the maintenance and repair of body tissues. B vitamins help the body release energy from food. The listed salt and saturated fat contents are low, although adding salt, sauces or fats during cooking can change the amounts in the finished dish. Full nutrient figures are shown in the tables below.