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Mushrooms by The Shroomeister are carefully cultivated in small batches and include multiple species like oyster mushrooms (blue, pink, snow and golden), shiitake and lion's mane.

Blue Oyster Mushrooms

Overview:

Blue oyster (Pleurotus Ostreatus) mushrooms are a gourmet species that is found growing on hardwood trees in temperate forests across the world. These exotic mushrooms grow on hardwood trees like maple and oak and have deep blue to blue grey caps up to 6" in diameter. Originally used as a food source and for medicinal purposes in China and Southeast Asia, oyster mushrooms are now not only foraged but are grown commercially. Most commercially grown oyster mushrooms are grown in China however there is an increasing number of small scale mushroom farmers in the United States. With the increased demand from consumers for local healthy food, gourmet mushrooms are fulfilling that demand.

Culinary Uses:

Oyster mushrooms have a mild nutty, earthy flavor with with a meaty texture and are quite versatile in terms of their ability to be prepared as a stand alone dish, meat substitute or as an addition to soup, pasta or Asian cuisine. From a simple sautee (olive oil, butter, fresh garlic, and onions) to Asian dishes such as stir fry or Malaysian spiced noodles, oyster mushrooms provide a nearly limitless amount of culinary options.

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Lion's Mane Mushrooms

Overview:

Lion's Mane (Hericium erinaceus) is a hardwood (maple, oak and beech) loving mushroom found throughout temperate hardwood forests in North America, Asia and Europe. It's sometimes referred to by other names like Satyr's Beard or Old Man's Beard due it's beautiful dense fruiting body clusters which are 4”-10” in diameter and resemble a white beard or white hedgehog. Like many exotic mushrooms the Lion's Mane has been used in traditional Chinese medicine and is a choice edible too. It makes a great crab or lobster substitute and pairs well with Asian cuisine.

Culinary Uses:

Lion's Mane do a great job of absorbing the flavor they're cooked in and can be used as a crab or lobster substitute. Their density makes them ideal for roasting, frying or a simple saute.

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Pink Oyster Mushrooms

Overview:

Pink oyster (Pleurotus Djamor) mushrooms are a specialty mushroom species that is found growing on hardwood trees in tropical forests across the world including Indonesia. These eye catching mushrooms grow in dense clusters on hardwood trees and have a vibrant pink color with smaller caps ranging from 2" to 5" in diameter. Originally used as a food source in Indonesia and other parts of Southeast Asia, pink oyster mushrooms are now not only foraged but are grown commercially. Pink oyster mushrooms get their name from their beautiful pink color. Most commercially grown oyster mushrooms are grown in China however there is an increasing number of small scale mushroom farmers in the United States. With the increased demand from consumers for local healthy food, gourmet mushrooms are fulfilling that demand.

Culinary Uses:

Oyster mushrooms have a mild nutty, earthy flavor with a meaty texture and are quite versatile in terms of their ability to be prepared as a stand alone dish, meat substitute, or as an addition to soup, pasta, or Asian cuisine. From a simple sautee (olive oil, butter, fresh garlic, and onions) to Asian dishes such as stir fry or Malaysian spiced noodles, oyster mushrooms provide a nearly limitless amount of culinary options.

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Snow Oyster Mushrooms

Overview:

Snow oyster (Pleurotus Ostreatus var.) mushrooms are a specialty mushroom species that is found growing on hardwood trees in temperate forests across the world. They are sometimes called winter oyster mushrooms and derive their name from their beautiful white caps and preference for cooler temperatures. Originally used as a food source in China and other parts of Southeast Asia, snow oyster mushrooms are now not only foraged but are grown commercially. Snow oyster mushroom caps grow up to 4" to 9" in diameter. Most commercially grown oyster mushrooms are grown in China however there is an increasing number of small scale mushroom farmers in the United States. With the increased demand from consumers for local healthy food, gourmet mushrooms are fulfilling that demand.

Culinary Uses:

Oyster mushrooms have a mild nutty, earthy flavor with a meaty texture and are quite versatile in terms of their ability to be prepared as a stand alone dish, meat substitute or as an addition to soup, pasta or Asian cuisine. From a simple sautee (olive oil, butter, fresh garlic, and onions) to Asian dishes such as stir fry or Malaysian spiced noodles, oyster mushrooms provide a nearly limitless amount of culinary options.

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Shiitake Mushrooms

Overview:

Shiitake (Lentinula Edodes) mushrooms are the first known mushroom to be cultivated. Records indicate that shiitake was first cultivated in China beginning in the 12th century A.D. It was valued for food and was an important part of ancient traditional medicine in Japan, China and other areas of Southeast Asia. Today shiitake is increasing in popularity globally thanks to its excellent taste, texture and medicinal benefits. Caps are brown and white and grow between 2" to 6" in diameter.

Culinary Uses:

Shiitake have a buttery, mildly smoky and umami flavor. They pair well with Asian cuisine, Miso soup and are delicious stir fried. They are quite versatile and can also be added to pasta and have a slightly firm chewy texture. As with many specialty mushrooms shiitake tend to absorb the flavors that they are cooked in.

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Golden Oyster Mushrooms

Overview:

Golden oyster (Pleurotus Citrinopileatus) mushrooms are a gourmet species that is found growing on hardwood trees in tropical forests across the world. These beauties have a nutty and sweet flavor and grow in gorgeous golden yellow clusters on hardwoods such as oak and maple. Originally used as a food source and for medicinal purposes in China and Southeast Asia, oyster mushrooms are now not only foraged but are grown commercially. Most commercially grown oyster mushrooms are grown in China however there is an increasing number of small scale mushroom farmers in the United States. With the increased demand from consumers for local healthy food, gourmet mushrooms are fulfilling that demand.

Culinary Uses:

Golden oyster mushrooms have a mild nutty, sweet flavor with a meaty texture and are quite versatile in terms of their ability to be prepared as a stand alone dish, meat substitute or as an addition to soup, pasta or Asian cuisine. From a simple sautee (olive oil, butter, fresh garlic, and onions) to Asian dishes such as stir fry or Malaysian spiced noodles, oyster mushrooms provide a nearly limitless amount of culinary options.

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