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Abalone Mushrooms

Also Known As : White elf, King mushroom, Akuratake mushroom
Technical Name : Pleurotus ostreatus
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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

They have an earthy and buttery flavour.

Usage Tips

  1. Abalone mushrooms can be cooked in many ways such as steaming, frying, broiling, grilling, poaching and roasting.
  2. They can be used in stir-fries, curries, soups and stews.

Description

Abalone mushrooms vary from medium to large in size and have irregular, oblong and vase-like shape. They have ivory to white coloured flesh which is smooth, silky, plump and firm. They have slippery and velvety texture.

Health benefits

  • Abalone mushrooms provide dietary fibre, iron, phosphorus and antioxidants.(1)

Selection Guide

Look for abalone mushrooms that are fresh, firm and have smooth appearance.

Resource & Links

(1) http://https://www.specialtyproduce.com/produce/Abalone_Mushrooms_3288.php

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