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FU-N-G-I... Fungi FAQ
We can't live without fungi. They are the street sweepers and communicators of the forests, the derivatives of breakthrough drugs, the allies in carbon capture, and they are a food source for thousands of organisms including humans. Fungi are the reason we have bread, cheese, alcohol, and critical medicines. Embrace the F word. It's effing awesome. If you want to learn a little more about Fungi, here are some of the most asked questions we get.
Are mushrooms healthy?
You bet your button caps they are! Mushrooms are fat free, low in calories, low in sodium and contain natural antioxidants, like selenium, as well as other important nutrients.
Do you have to cook mushrooms?
It really depends on the mushroom. Some mushrooms like the Pink Oyster's flavor comes out as you cook it, others are better raw, and still others like Reishi and Turkey Tail are best not eaten at all, but brewed in tea or extracted.
Do you have to wash mushrooms?
So, it really depends on if you grew it yourself or you found it in nature. If you grew it yourself nothing really has come into contact with it, but if you picked it outside it may be best to wash as bacteria an other organisms may be growing on it. To wash your mushrooms, brush off any debris with your fingers or a damp paper towel, or rinse briefly under running water and pat dry with a paper towel. Avoid fully immersing or soaking your mushrooms as they are very porous and may soak up more water than intended.
How long are mushrooms good for?
It depends on the mushroom. Most mushrooms will keep up to a week or more in the refrigerator. Some verities will naturally dehydrate in the refrigerator others will get slimy and go bad. Many varieties though, you can dehydrate and keep for a year or more. Although, once dehydrated many varieties will lose their taste while others you can use to extract with.
Can you freeze mushrooms
Fresh mushrooms should not be frozen. All mushrooms contain a ton of water and freezing them will damage their taste, texture, and properties. You can however, freeze sautéed mushrooms. They will keep in the freezer for up to one month or more.
Which mushrooms are safe to eat?
All of the mushrooms we sell at Earth Cap are safe to eat as long as you grow them in the correct conditions. Mushrooms in nature though are very different. there are literally thousands of species of mushrooms out there. It’s really important to never eat wild mushrooms without the guidance of trained mycologist or you are 100% sure what type of mushroom you have found. There are many species that look similar to edible mushrooms that can and will kill you.
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