Explore The Different Types Of Edible Mushrooms

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Button mushrooms:

They are versatile and can be used raw or cooked; they have a flavour that intensifies when cooked.

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Chanterelle mushrooms:

These are vase-shaped mushrooms that are bright yellow to orange in colour; they have a nutty, delicate flavour and texture.

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Cremini (Italian brown) mushrooms:

They are dark caps, from light tan to rich brown, with a fuller flavour than button mushrooms, that are often used in soups and sautes.

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Shiitake (forest or oak) mushrooms: 

Tan to dark brown in colour with umbrella-shaped caps. They have a rich, steak-like flavour and a meaty texture; mainly used in soup stocks.

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Oyster Mushrooms:

Fluted cap, soft beige-brown to grey-coloured, that has a delicate flavour and velvety texture and can be eaten raw or cooked briefly.

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Enoki (snow puff) mushrooms:

Long stems with tiny snow-white caps with a light, mild flavour and crisp texture, often used in salads, soups, and as garnishes.

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Portabello (Portabella) Mushrooms:

The largest, most mature version of cremini that has a deep, meat-like flavour and substantial texture, it is cooked whole or sliced, grilled, baked, or stir-fried.

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Porcini (Cepe or Bolete) Mushrooms:

A pale brown, smooth, meaty texture with a pungent flavour holds shape in soups and stews.

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Morel Mushrooms:

Tan to dark brown, cone-shaped, spongy, with a smoky, earthy, nutty flavour.

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