Andrew Weil's Shiitake Teriyaki

This is from the website fungi perfecti, but they got it from growing gourmet and medicinal mushrooms" by paul stamets."

Reconstitute 1 cup dried shiitake by covering with hot water and let stand till caps are completely soft.

Cut off and discard stems.

Squeeze excess liquid from caps and slice into 1 / 4 inch pieces.

Place pieces in saucepan with 1 / 4 cup sake , 1 / 4 cup soy , and 2 tbsp light brown sugar.

Bring to boil and simmer , uncovered , till liquid is almost evaporated , tossing mushrooms occasionally.

Remove from heat , cool , and chill.

Sprinkle with finely chopped green onions and a few drops of dark sesame oil.

Serve as appetizer , side dish , or over rice.

shiitake mushroom, sake, soy sauce, light brown sugar, green onions, sesame oil