DRIED MATSUTAKE MUSHROOMS

Dried Matsutake Mushrooms from Mushroom Mountain are an exotic, highly prized wild mushroom with a spicy, intense flavor reminiscent of cinnamon. Grown near pine root systems and sourced from the USA and Europe, they are a favorite in many Asian cuisines. In Japan they carry deep cultural significance and are often given as gifts.

At a glance

• Type: Dried matsutake mushrooms (Tricholoma murrillianum)
• Origin: Wild, sourced from USA and Europe
• Character: Spicy and intense, cinnamon-like aroma
• Net weight: 1 oz (28g)
• Tradition: Prized in Japanese cuisine and gifting
• Price: $22.00
• Vendor: Mushroom Mountain

Best for

• Grilling and skewering
• Topping salads and sushi
• Finishing pizzas
• Asian-style soups and broths
• Special-occasion cooking
• Gifting to a mushroom or food lover

How to use

Rehydrate, then marinate in teriyaki, hoisin, or a little sherry vinegar for 30 to 40 minutes, skewer, and grill over hot coals until tender. Eat straight or serve over salads, in sushi, or on pizza.

Flavor profile

Spicy and intense with a distinctive cinnamon-like aroma.

About Mushroom Mountain

Mushroom Mountain is a specialty grower and supplier of gourmet and foraged mushrooms, offered fresh, dried, and powdered.