Tasty mushrooms for hopeful humans

There are more than 50 types of edible mushrooms in North America alone, with varying flavor profiles, growing parameters, and functional properties. We rotate a variety of mushrooms and are always on the hunt for new mushroom cultures. Want us to try and track down a specific shroom variety? Drop us a line at hello@enchantedfarmsmushrooms.com and we’ll look into it!

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Blue Oyster Mushrooms

Pleurotus ostreatus
Cultivated in Albuquerque, NM

Blue Oyster mushrooms have a spongy, dense, and slightly chewy consistency. When raw, the mushrooms bear a scent reminiscent of the seashore combined with anise and have a subtly metallic flavor. Once cooked, Blue Oyster mushrooms soften, developing a velvety, tender texture and contain a mild, earthy, and savory taste with licorice-like nuances.

Delicate, briny seafood flavor, their texture is velvety and dense, and when pan seared, their edges turn deliciously crisp.

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Golden Oyster Mushrooms

Pleurotus citrinopileatus
Cultivated in Albuquerque, NM

These mushrooms have a light and fresh scent that some say smells like watermelon. When cooked, they develop a fleshy, tender, and pleasantly chewy consistency, release a fruity aroma reminiscent of aged red wine, and have a mild, nutty, and sweet taste with cashew-like nuances to citrus or cinnamon-like undertones.

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Black Pearl Mushrooms

Pleurotus ostreatus
Cultivated in Albuquerque, NM

The Black Pearl Mushroom boasts a strikingly dark hue that ranges from deep purple to black. Its caps are velvety and possess a characteristic sheen, resembling the surface of a precious gem. The gills underneath the cap are delicate and often appear ivory-white, creating a beautiful contrast against the dark exterior. The Black Pearl Mushroom offers a robust earthy flavor reminiscent of forest floors and rich soil. This earthiness is complemented by subtle undertones of umami, adding depth and complexity to its taste profile. Black Pearl is nutty flavor and has a firm, meaty texture. The texture of the Black Pearl Mushroom is tender yet substantial, with a firm bite that holds up well in cooking. When properly prepared, it maintains a satisfyingly meaty texture, making it an excellent vegetarian option for those seeking a hearty alternative to traditional proteins.

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King Oyster or King Trumpet Mushrooms

Pleurotus Eryngii
Cultivated in Albuquerque, NM

King Trumpet mushrooms are medium to large in size and are easily identified by their thick cylindrical stem and their small, flattened cap. The ivory to white stems can grow up to twenty centimeters in length, five centimeters in diameter, and are firm, dense, and chewy. The small, smooth caps are grey to brown and have rounded, curved edges. Underneath the cap, the stem and cap are joined by off-white, thin, short, gills. Raw King Trumpets, though dense and spongy in texture, lack aroma and flavor, but when cooked, the mushrooms have a savory umami flavor, a soft, crunchy texture, and a mild flavor reminiscent of abalone.

Beech, Shimeji Mushrooms

Hypsizygus tessulatus
Cultivated in Albuquerque, NM

Brown Hon Shimeji mushrooms are small to medium in size, growing in tightly packed bunches with convex, rounded, button caps and slender stems. The petite caps are buff to burlap-colored, smooth, and crisp. The ivory to cream-colored stems are slender, averaging 5-7 centimeters in height, and connect to a thick, white, porous inedible base. Brown Hon Shimeji mushrooms have piquant, savory aromas and a sharp, bitter flavor when fresh. When cooked, the texture is tender and chewy with a mild, herbal, and nutty flavor.

Lion’s Mane

Hericium erinaceus
Cultivated in Albuquerque, NM

With its resemblance to a lion's mane and its delicate, seafood-like flavor profile, the Lion's Mane Mushroom has captivated the attention of chefs, foragers, and health enthusiasts around the world. Lion's Mane Mushroom offers a subtly sweet and delicate flavor profile, often likened to the taste of seafood such as crab or lobster. This unique flavor profile sets it apart from other mushrooms, making it a sought-after ingredient in vegetarian and vegan cuisine as a seafood substitute. Despite its gentle sweetness, Lion's Mane Mushroom also possesses a rich umami flavor that adds depth and complexity to dishes. This umami richness enhances the overall taste experience, making the mushroom a versatile ingredient in various culinary applications. In addition to its sweet and umami notes, Lion's Mane Mushroom may exhibit subtle hints of nuttiness, contributing to its well-rounded flavor profile. This mild nuttiness adds a layer of richness and warmth, making the mushroom a delightful addition to soups, stir-fries, and risottos. The texture of Lion's Mane Mushroom is often described as tender, succulent, and slightly chewy, with a firm yet yielding bite. Its unique texture allows it to absorb flavors effectively while retaining its own delicate characteristics, making it an excellent choice for a wide range of culinary preparations.

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Shiitake Mushrooms

Lentinula edodes
Cultivated in Albuquerque, NM

Shiitake mushrooms, highly esteemed in Asian cuisine, offer a distinctive and robust flavor profile that sets them apart from other mushroom varieties. Renowned for their meaty texture and savory taste, shiitake mushrooms bring depth and complexity to a wide range of dishes. Shiitake mushrooms are prized for their intense umami flavor, which imparts a deeply savory and satisfying taste. This umami richness adds depth to dishes, enhancing their overall complexity and richness.With notes of earthiness and a hint of woodland aroma, shiitake mushrooms evoke a connection to nature. This earthy quality provides a grounding base for dishes, infusing them with a comforting and rustic character. While predominantly savory, shiitake mushrooms may also exhibit subtle hints of sweetness, contributing to their well-rounded flavor profile. This mild sweetness complements the mushroom's umami and earthy notes, creating a harmonious balance of flavors.Renowned for their meaty texture, shiitake mushrooms offer a substantial bite that holds up well in various cooking methods. Their hearty and satisfying quality makes them an excellent choice for vegetarian and vegan dishes seeking to replicate the texture of meat Shiitake are staple ingredients in stir frys, soups, broths, risottos and pastas.

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