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Chestnut Mushroom a.k.a. Cinnamon Cap, Fat Pholiota

5/16/2020

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​Pholiota adiposa
Pholiota
meaning “with scaly cap” 
adiposa is from adeps meaning “fat” 
Japanese name = numerisugitake

FLAVOR PROFILE

Buttery
Nutty
Earthy with a peppery finish

​Crunchy Texture
Edible stems

​NUTRITION

Fat 0%           
Carbs 1%           
Protein 4%           
Sodium 0%           
Potassium 6%            
Calcium 0%            
Copper 20%           
Folate 4%           

Iron 4%           
Magnesium 2%           

Niacin 35% 
Pantothenic Acid 35% excellent source 
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) 15%
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) 25%
Vitamin B6 4% 
Vitamin D 4% -immune system, bone health, brain function 
Zinc 7%
Phosphorous 6%
​Contains essential amino acids

​HEALTH BENEFITS

Anti-inflammatory
Anti-microbial
Anti-oxidant zinc, copper, selenium
Cardiovascular and Cholesterol benefits
Beta-glucans (polysaccharides)
support growth of good digestive bacteria, support immune system
have free-radical scavenging activity-antioxidant
regulate Blood Sugar and Insulin Levels-endocrine system
B Vitamins support adrenal function and turn nutrients from food into energy, balance hormones, improve brain function
May help prevent body weight gain and fat deposition
​May help fight cancer

STORAGE, PREP AND COOKING

Refrigerate in a paper or mesh bag
Use within 2-3 days
No need to wash them
Stems are edible, just cut off the very bottom

Best sauteed in oil or fat, add mushrooms first, then other veggies
Goes well with garlic, shallots, onion
Serve on top of or next to a meat
Sautee whole with other veggies or put on top of a salad
Great in Miso or any other Soup
Use in a cream sauce
Green Bean Casserole
Chicken Marsala
​Stir Fry

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Shiitake

2/2/2020

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Shiitake
Lentinula edodes
Lentinus is from ‘lent’ meaning “pliable” or “supple”
‘inus’ for “resembling”
Edodes means “edible”
Chinese = shaingugu or hsiang ku meaning fragrant mushroom
Flavor Profile
Woodsy          Smokey
Umami             Earthy

Meaty Texture
Health Benefits
Anti-Inflammatory                Anti-Viral                 Anti-Oxidant
Cardiovascular and Cholesterol Benefits
       blood pressure regulation
       helps body regulate cholesterol
Supports growth of good gut bacteria
Supports immune system
Regulates blood sugar and insulin levels
Contains B Vitamins - supports adrenal function,
        hormone balance, brain function
May help fight cancer
May help prevent weight gain and fat deposition
Nutritional Info (3oz serving)
Fat 0%
Carbs 4%
Fiber 7%
Protein 3%
Sodium 0%
Potassium 3%
Copper 40%
Folate 4%
Magnesium 3%
Niacin 7%
Pantothenic Acid 30%
Riboflavin 10%
Selenium 30%
Thiamin 2%
Vitamin B2
Vitamin B6 10%
Vitamin D 6%
Zinc 7%
Contains all 8 essential
       Amino Acids
Storage and Cooking
Refrigerate in a paper towel or mesh bag
Keeps for about 1 week
No need to wash, just wipe with a damp towel if you insist
Remove stems and use for a broth if desired
If they seem dry, simply soak in water a few minutes
Best sauteed in oil or fat
Add mushrooms to the pan before other veggies to give them enough time
Goes well with garlic, shallots, onion
Serve on top of or next to meats or other veggies
Chop them up small and cook along with ground meat to “stretch it”
​Great in:
   Miso Soup
   Quiche
   Green Bean Casserole
   Chicken Marsala
   Mushroom Soup
   Stir Fry
   Thai Soups with coconut milk, ginger, lime...

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