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These beauties can be purchased directly from our farm, or at any of our 5 weekly farmers markets. Check our Farmers Markets calendar for dates and times.

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Pleurotus ostreatus-eryngii

Black King Oyster

Black Kings are some of the meatiest mushrooms and make a great substitute for meat. They can be marinated and grilled and have a somewhat neutral and savory flavor that lends well to many different cuisines and flavors. Try them with some Parmesan cheese and extra virgin olive oil or in your favorite pasta dish.

Pleurotus ostreatus

Blue Oyster

Blue Oysters are one of the absolute best tasting mushrooms. They are a staple of gourmet kitchens worldwide. Blue Oysters taste sweet and hold their shape and springiness when quickly cooked. They are fantastic in omelets, quiches, frittatas, or any egg dish. They combine well with all other Oyster mushrooms.

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Pleurotus pulmonarius

Brown Oyster

Brown Oysters are a great mushroom to sauté, with a flavor that is easily enhanced. Brown Oysters have a beautiful anise, almond aroma when first picked. If cooked within a short time, the tempura will retain some of that character. They are fantastic in paste or as an accompaniment for meat dishes.

Pholiota adiposa

Chestnut

Chestnut Mushrooms are tender yet crisp with a well-defined mushroom flavor furnishing a mild peppery finish. Chestnuts are easily enjoyed sautéed and make an excellent meat accompaniment. They excel in miso and other broth soups. Add them to a stir fry or substitute in your favorite sauce recipe.

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Hypsizygus ulmarius

Elm Oyster

Elm Oysters are firm and flavorful and make a delicious accompaniment to meats. They can also be cooked and served alone or with other vegetables. The large caps of the Elm Oyster are well suited for cooking in a saucepan, braised or sautéed. They are fantastic with rice dishes and make a nice addition to stews.

Pleurotus eryngii

King Trumpet

King Trumpet mushrooms have a thick, meaty stalk that is best suited for grilling, roasting, baking, sautéing, or frying. They can be sliced or torn into thick pieces and simmered or braised to create a crispy texture, or they can be cut into rounds to develop a tender, meat-like consistency.

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Hericium erinaceus

Lions Mane

Lions Mane has a delicate crab-like consistency. It is great slowly sautéed in butter, which brings out a lobster-like flavor that compliments its texture. Lions Mane has a delicate, pleasant taste and can be used as a meat substitute for crab cakes and other seafood dishes.

Pleurotus djamor

Pink Oyster

Pink Oysters are delicious and look incredible. When cooked thoroughly, Pink Oysters take on a meaty texture. Try them in stir fry or eggs, or on a sandwich. Pink Oysters are a great addition to potato soup, a Hawaiian pizza, or a substitute for the seafood component in cream-based chowder recipes.

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Agrocybe aegerita

Pioppino

Pioppino mushrooms have a faint floral aroma when cooked and are meaty and crunchy with a nutty, slightly sweet flavor. Pioppino mushrooms are a great addition to soups, stews, stir-fries and soups. They also work beautifully in risottos and pair well with potatoes, or simply sautéed with butter.

Pleurotus ostreatus

Snow Oyster

Snow Oysters are a close cousin of the Blue Oyster and shares the same taste and texture. Snow Oysters taste sweet and hold their shape and springiness when quickly cooked. They are fantastic in omelets, quiches, frittatas, steaks. The snow oyster is also well suited to accompany seafood and rice dishes.

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Pleurotus citrinopileatus

Yellow Oyster

Yellow Oyster have a fruity aroma reminiscent of an aged red wine. When cooked, Yellow Oysters develop a nutty flavor similar to the flavor of cashews. Yellow Oysters are best suited for stir frys, braising, boiling, or sautéing. The Yellow Oyster also excels in cream sauces and soups or added to salads and fresh vegetables.

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FAQs

Where does Mud WTR get their mushrooms? ›

Our mushrooms are grown at M2 Ingredients, a USDA-certified organic indoor mushroom farm in Carlsbad, California.

What are the fat mushrooms called? ›

King oyster

These mushrooms have a thick, fat stem that is often eaten sliced and pan-fried or barbecued. They have a meaty stem that is quite different to soft oyster mushrooms.

What are the best mushrooms to eat? ›

Some of the mushrooms considered best for human health include chaga, lion's mane, reishi, turkey tail, shiitake, cordyceps and maitake. Often considered vegetables, mushrooms are neither plants nor animals. They belong to a unique kingdom of fungi.

What does lion's mane taste like? ›

Lion's mane mushrooms offer a mildly sweet flavor and a tender texture that mimics shellfish like scallops, crab, or lobster. For that reason, they are often turned to as an accompaniment or alternative to seafood.

Is MudWtr FDA approved? ›

Our products comply with all requirements of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

What is the best mushroom supplement for health? ›

Reishi, turkey tail, and Chaga mushrooms are top choices for boosting your immune system. They are well-known for their strong immune-supporting properties.

What is the most consumed mushroom in the world? ›

Agaricus bisporous is the most common edible mushroom eaten practically all over the world.

Which is the most expensive mushroom? ›

Yartsa Gunbu. The Himalayas and Tibetan Plateau are home to Yartsa Gunbu, also referred to as caterpillars infected by fungus, which possess highly medicinal properties making sure it becomes the most expensive mushroom in the whole world.

Which mushroom is a superfood? ›

Research suggests that varieties like chaga, lion's mane, reishi, and cordyceps may offer health benefits beyond basic nutrition. For example, they may help you to relax, enhance memory, or even help you focus.

What's the most poisonous mushroom? ›

Amatoxins, the class of toxins found in these mushrooms, are thermostable: they resist changes due to heat, so their toxic effects are not reduced by cooking. Amanita phalloides is the most poisonous of all known mushrooms.

What mushroom tastes like steak? ›

I've never found a better steak substitute than portobello mushrooms–they're meaty in texture and pack a savory umami flavor! These Portobello Mushroom Steaks with Peppercorn Sauce are pan-seared until they're juicy and tender, then topped with a spicy peppercorn drizzle that will leave your mouth watering.

Who should not take Lion's Mane? ›

Auto-immune diseases such as multiple sclerosis (MS), lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus, SLE), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), pemphigus vulgaris (a skin condition), and others: Lion's mane mushroom might cause the immune system to become more active, and this could increase the symptoms of auto-immune diseases.

Does Mud WTR use myceliated oats? ›

In comparing the ingredients, I found out that MUD/WTR uses myceliated oats. Everyday Dose uses only 100% fruiting body mushrooms, which are more potent than myceliated grain.

Where does Freshcap source their mushrooms? ›

That's why we source our mushrooms from deep in the mountains and forests of China and Russia, places with a rich history of mushroom cultivation. Using 100% certified organic farming methods, our cultivation partners grow whole fruiting body mushrooms naturally and sustainably.

Does mud water have turkey tail mushrooms? ›

100% organic cacao. Ayurvedic herbs. Mushrooms: lions mane, reishi, cordyceps, chaga, turkey tail, king trumpet, maitake and shiitake.

Where are straw mushrooms from? ›

Straw mushrooms are cultivated in the warm, tropical climates of Asia and are often grown on agricultural wastes such as rice straw, which is where the mushroom also earned its name.

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