noun
- a small, delicate edible mushroom with a long thin stem and tiny cap, native to East Asia and commonly used in Asian cuisine
Usage: also spelled enoki or enoki mushroom; often used in Japanese, Chinese, and Korean cooking
Examples
- She added enokitake mushrooms to her miso soup for a delicate flavor.
- The enokitake has a mild, slightly fruity taste that works well in stir-fries.
- These enokitake mushrooms are often sold in small bunches at Asian markets.
- The chef garnished the dish with fresh enokitake for visual appeal.
- Enokitake mushrooms cook very quickly and should be added near the end of cooking.