Shiitake Mushroom Powder, Dried Skins, Dried & Fried Flesh

• 24 medium to large fresh shiitake mushrooms, stalks removed
• 200 g (7 oz) clarified butter<

Carefully wipe the shiitake mushrooms with a damp cloth to ensure there’s no dirt left on the skins. Carefully peel the skins, aiming for as large and intact skin pieces as possible. Dehydrate the skins in a 100°C (200°F/Gas ½) oven for 2–3 hours or until crisp. When cool set aside in an airtight container.

Slice the remaining shiitake caps, cutting horizontally across the mushrooms fro