What Are Oyster Mushrooms?
where can you get them in nz?
Buying, Cooking, and Recipes
Oyster mushrooms nz, the common name for the species Pleurotus ostreatus. Are one of the most common types of cultivated mushrooms in the world. They’re also known as pearl oyster mushrooms or tree oyster mushrooms. The funghi grow natural on and near trees in temperate. and subtropic forests around the world. and they’re grown in many countries like in NZ. Oyster mushrooms nz, eaten in a variety of cuisines. and are especially popular in Chinese, Japanese,new zealand oyster mushrooms & Korean cooking. They can be dry and are eaten cooked.
What Are Oyster Mushrooms nz?
Oyster mushrooms are belove the world over for their delicate texture. And mild, savory flavor. The mushrooms have broad, thin, oyster- or fan-shaped caps. And are white, gray, or tan, with gills lining the underside. The caps are sometimes frilly-edged. And found in clusters of small mushrooms or as larger mushrooms. Oyster mushrooms are more expensive than white button mushrooms. But less so than rarer mushrooms like morels, and take little prep since they can be use whole or chopped. They are even used to make mycelium furniture and many other products.
How to Cook With Oyster Mushrooms nz
Like all mushrooms, oyster mushrooms act almost like sponges. soaking up any water they come into contact with. Don’t leave them sitting in water, even for the sake of cleaning them. Cultivated oyster mushrooms usually don’t need much cleaning. Wipe off any bits here or there with a dry paper towel. A damp paper towel can be use on extra dirty mushrooms.
Cleaned mushrooms can be sautéed, stir-fried, braised, roasted, fried, or grilled. Use the mushrooms whole, sliced, or torn into sized pieces.
While you can eat oyster mushrooms nz raw. and they can be quite pretty added to salads, they tend to have a metallic flavor when uncooked. Cooking brings out their delicate flavor. turning their spongy texture into something velvety. We recommend using oyster mushrooms for cooked dishes. And using button mushrooms for salads and other raw dishes.
Dried oyster mushrooms nz don’t need to be soak to get rehydrated the way other dried mushrooms do. Add them to the dish, and they will soak up liquid right away.
What Do Oyster Mushrooms Taste Like?
Oyster mushrooms nz tend to have a subtle, savory anise flavor. Because their flavor is mild, without the strong earthiness of some mushroom varieties. they work well in a range of different dishes. Oyster mushrooms also take on a tender, pleasing texture when cooked. Cooking methods like frying, roasting, and grilling can keep more texture in the mushrooms. while braising and sautéing makes them softer.
Oyster Mushroom Recipes
One of the most popular ways to cook oyster mushrooms is to stir-fry or sauté them. This requires a preheated hot pan, a small amount of liquid, and stirring. Make sure to give them space so their moisture can cook off, that way they wisauté rather than steam. Serve as a side dish or use in sauces, stir-fries, pastas, risotto, or even to top toast.
Because they get so silky when cooked, oyster mushrooms respond well to braising, too. Add them to soups and stews or sauces. The mushrooms can also be grill whole on skewers, roasted. or dredged in a crispy coating and deep-fried.
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Where to Buy Oyster Mushrooms nz
Since most available oyster mushrooms cultivated in greenhouses in New Zealand. Visit our website and enjoy the menu. They tend to be available all year round. They are sometimes sold loose by the ounce but are more often sold packaged or bagged for a set price. They sometimes appear at major supermarkets in the produce section. And fresh and dried mushrooms can often be found at Asian markets. Wild varieties are in season during the fall.
Look for mushrooms or clusters of mushrooms with a bright. Springy texture and no wilted or dark spots. These spots says the mushrooms have soaked up moisture and started to go bad. Dried mushrooms should be in an airtight container and whole with a pleasant aroma.
When foraging for oyster mushrooms, look for clusters on dying or fallen beech trees. Young mushrooms are best. and new Zealand foragers should avoid yellowish lookalikes which are poisonous.
How to Store Oyster Mushrooms in New Zealand
Water is the greatest enemy of oyster mushrooms. Store them in a loose paper bag (not plastic) in the fridge for up to three days. They are delicate and will start to wilt and become dry and tough the longer they sit and wait to eat.
Dried mushrooms should be store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place for up to one year. Cooked mushrooms will keep for up to three days in the refrigerator or can be frozen for up to three months. We do not recommend freezing raw mushrooms. since the moisture breaks down their delicate texture.
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