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 CHESTNUT
MUSHROOM
Also
known as brown cap mushrooms, chestnut mushrooms
have a strong taste and look like a darker version
of the button mushroom. They have pink to dark
brown gills.
How To Use Chestnut mushroom
Chestnut
mushrooms are served raw or cooked. They are
very versatile and can be included in salads,
pasta dishes, sauces, quiches, casseroles, soups
and omelettes.
How To Prepare Chestnut mushroom
All
mushrooms should be washed and dried with a
kitchen towel before use. Leave the mushrooms
whole or slice as necessary.
How To Cook Chestnut mushroom
Chestnut
mushrooms are best sautéed. Heat a little
butter in a frying pan and fry for 4 –
5 minutes or add to dishes 5 – 10 minutes
before the end of cooking time. You can also
grill, stir-fry, roast or poach them in the
microwave.
How To Store Chestnut mushroom
Keep
in a paper bag in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Do not store them in a plastic bag because they
will sweat and quickly spoil.
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