A Wild Mushroom Feast: The Best Tasting Wild Mushrooms and Where to Find Them
Whether you’re a seasoned mycologist or just looking for an adventurous new meal, wild mushrooms can be a delicious and unique addition to any dish. From earthy chanterelles to fragrant porcinis, the possibilities are endless when it comes to cooking with wild mushrooms. In this blog post, we’ll be taking a look at some of the best tasting wild mushrooms and how to find them in nature.
*Simple Recipes included!!*
Porcinis
Are some of the most sought-after wild mushrooms because of their robust flavor profile and meaty texture. They have been described as having an earthy umami flavor with hints of nuttiness and smokiness that make them perfect for adding depth to soups, stews, pastas, and more. Porcinis can often be found in deciduous forests during the late summer months. Porcini mushroom meal is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is bursting with flavour. To make it, you will need two cups of dried porcini mushrooms, one white onion finely chopped, four cloves of garlic minced, one cup of white wine, three tablespoons of olive oil, one teaspoon of fresh thyme leaves, one cup of chicken stock, salt and pepper to taste.
Begin by rehydrating the porcini mushrooms in boiling water for 20 minutes then strain them and set aside. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté the onions until they start to turn translucent. Add the garlic and stir until fragrant before adding the mushrooms. Cook for another five minutes before stirring in the white wine to deglaze the pan. Simmer for 10 minutes before stirring in the stock, thyme leaves and seasoning. Turn up the heat and bring to a rolling boil before reducing and letting simmer until thickened slightly (about ten minutes). Serve with your favorite type of starchy side dishes like potatoes or risotto!
Morels
Morels are another popular type of wild mushroom that is prized for its unique flavor profile and slightly crunchy texture. They have been described as having an earthy umami flavor with hints of nuttiness and smokiness - similar to porcinis but with a more intense flavor concentration. Morel mushrooms make a delicious dinner dish. Start by preparing your morels; clean them gently with a brush and slice into thin slices. Heat some butter or oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the sliced morels to the pan and sauté for about five minutes before adding garlic and onions. Cook for another two minutes before stirring in some white wine or sherry to deglaze the pan. Add some fresh herbs like thyme, parsley or tarragon, then stir in a little chicken stock or vegetable broth so the mixture is slightly soupy. Simmer for 10 minutes before stirring in cream and seasonings such as salt and pepper. Serve with any type of starchy side dish like mashed potatoes or pasta!
Chanterelles
Chanterelles are some of the most popular wild mushrooms out there, thanks to their unmistakable golden hue and distinctive taste. They have a sweet aroma that has been likened to apricots or peaches, making them a great addition to both savory dishes like omelets or risotto as well as sweet treats like muffins or pies. Chanterelles can be found growing in coniferous forests during the summer season. Chanterelle mushrooms make a delicious dinner dish. Start by gently cleaning the chanterelles with a brush and slicing into thin slices. Heat some oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the sliced chanterelles to the pan and sauté for five minutes before adding garlic and onions. Cook for another few minutes before stirring in some white wine or sherry to deglaze the pan. Add fresh herbs such as thyme, parsley or tarragon, then stir in chicken stock or vegetable broth so the mixture is slightly soupy. Simmer for 10 minutes before stirring in cream and seasonings such as salt and pepper. Serve with any type of starchy side dish like mashed potatoes or pasta!
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