7 Types Of Mushroom You Must Try

By: Jigyasa Kakwani

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Mushrooms are a total win for anyone who loves bold flavours and unique textures. They come in various shapes, tastes and feels. Here are a few varieties to try out:

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1. Shiitake

Shiitake is commonly used in East Asian cuisines. Traditionally, it is used in miso soups or to spruce flavour in dashi or other broths.

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2. Truffle

Truffles are one of the most prized ingredients in culinary world. These are added as shavings to sauces, meat dishes, pasta, soups etc.

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3. White Fungus

Dried white fungus is commonly used in Chinese cuisine. This flower-like mushroom is added to soups, vegetable stews, or clay pot dishes.

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4. Oyster

Oyster mushrooms are meaty in texture and have a slightly sweet flavour. These taste delicious in stir-fries and noodles.

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5. Morel

Morels are found in Himachal Pradesh and Kashmir. The flavour is smoky and nutty, and should be paired with subtle ingredients.

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6. Enokitake

These are a cluster of mushrooms that are thin and long. They have crisp texture, mild flavour and are added to soups, noodles and stir-fries.

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7. Portobello

Portobello mushrooms have a large, flat, circular-shaped cap. These can be stuffed with feta and are also used to make burger patties.

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