Dried Wild Matsutake Mushroom (Pine Mushroom) 4oz

• Description

• aka pine mushroom
• Smooth yellow/brown surface and short broad stem
• Rich aroma, subtle taste, unique spicy/zesty flavour reminiscent of cinnamon
• Heavy, meaty
• One of the most revered mushrooms
• In the wild, grows under old Japanese red pine trees
• Prized by the Japanese as an aphrodisiac

How to Use

• To use, slice them thick
• Use with other wild mushrooms
• Complements chicken and fish
• Grill, sauté
• Pair with rice, tempura, sushi
• Add to soups, stir-fries, sauces
• Marinate in soy sauce and olive oil for 10 minutes; grill
• Add several pieces to chicken stock

Health Properties

• High in protein
• Rich in vitamin B1, B2, B5, D
• Reduces cholesterol
• Supports the immune system
• Believed to prevent stomach cancer

Storage

• Store in a sealed container in a cool, dark place indefinitely

Availability:Year round