What is a straw mushroom?

Paddy straw mushroom, known simply as straw fungus and formally as Volvariella Volvacea , is a type of fungus that is widely distributed throughout Asia. Thumb size mushrooms are strongly grown for food and export in Asia and can be found in canned and dried forms in other parts of the world. Straw mushrooms are often used in chips and add a strong slightly musty appetite. In addition to the traditional growth medium, straw fungus can also be found on many types of plant materials such as other straws or grass, compost and wooden piles. The straw sponge is usually grown for consumption on a mixture of cotton fiber and unpeeled straw. When it is mature to eat, the fungus with straw is approximately thumb and distinguishes its light pink gills and white -quality spores. The mushrooms have long white stems with flascent bases and drop yellow on brown caps with a partial veil.

strawThe sponge was not identified in the wild in North America, although it was observed in most Asia and parts of Eastern Europe. Unfortunately, many Asian immigrants confused the delicious straw mushroom with members of the genus Amanita, which can be deadly. Amanitas has many superficial similarities that can confuse amateur mushroom hunters: it is better to avoid veiled mushrooms with stuck bases or volvies unless you have very experience with mushrooms.

In Asia, the straw sponge is easily accessible in fresh, dried and canned form on most markets. Because they are well devoted to internal cultivation, fresh specimens are available throughout the year. In other parts of the world you will find exported dried and canned straw mushrooms on the Asian specialties Strudy and some large markets. Dried straw mushrooms can be rehydrated by boiling water, while canned should be drained and rinsed before use.

straw mushroom has a fine, musty, slightly earthy taste that is a doce for some consumersLa attractive. Inclusion in chips, soups and stuffing requires well and retains the shape and taste of cooking. In Asian cuisine, the most projected and many west residents are known with shape and taste thanks to the spread of Asian restaurants around the world. It can also be included in the kitchen from other nations for an unusual injection of taste and texture.