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

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 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...