Mushroom Tea

D&D 2024 recipe: Mushroom Tea. Source: Heroes' Feast. recipe type Elixir/Ale, serves 4, diet Vegetarian Ingredients 2 (5- to 6-inch long by 3-inch wide) strips kombu (dried kelp), lightly wiped with a damp cloth 4.5 cups water 2 ounces (about 5) fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems removed and caps very thinly sliced 1 tablespoon soy sauce 0.75 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste 2 tablespoons sake 2 scallions, white and light green parts, thinly sliced, for garnish Instructions In a saucepan, submerge the kombu in the water and let rest until softened, about 30 minutes. Set the pan over medium heat and bring the water to a simmer, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove the kombu and discard. Adjust the heat to medium-high and bring the liquid to a boil, about 3 minutes. Stir in the shiitakes, soy sauce, and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the shiitakes are tender, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the sake. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, if necessary. Serve, sprinkling a portion of the scallions over each serving.