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