Maitake Mushroom

Maitake Mushroom

Vegetable🍂 Peak in autumn
Used in 1 of 45 cuisines (2%)

Rich, meaty mushroom with a robust, earthy flavor and a pleasingly chewy texture; maitake mushrooms are prized for their culinary versatility. Their unique taste adds depth to a variety of dishes.

Where it comes from

Native to North America and Asia, maitake mushrooms have been revered for their health benefits and culinary uses, often appearing in traditional Japanese and Chinese dishes.

In the kitchen

Sautéed, grilled, or added to soups, they enhance dishes with their meaty quality, providing a hearty element that complements both vegetarian and meat-based recipes.

Nutrition (per 100g)

33kcalCal
3.0gProtein
0.1gFat
7.0gCarbs
5.0gFiber

Values are AI-estimated, not from a laboratory database

Flavor affinities

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