Straw Mushroom

Straw Mushroom

Mushroom Good year-round
Used in 3 of 203 cuisines (1%)

Soft and delicate with a subtle umami flavor, Straw Mushrooms bring an unexpected sweetness and a unique texture to dishes. Their light, airy quality makes them a popular choice in Asian cuisine.

Where it comes from

Predominantly found in Southeast Asian dishes, Straw Mushrooms are often harvested from rice paddies and have been used in traditional cooking for generations.

In the kitchen

Often found in soups and stir-fries, they enhance dishes with their light flavor and unique chewiness, absorbing the surrounding spices.

Across cuisines

Straw mushrooms are small, delicate mushrooms with a subtle umami flavor, commonly used in Asian cooking. They add a unique texture and mild sweetness to dishes, often found in soups and stir-fries. Straw mushrooms are typically canned or fresh, depending on availability.

Nutrition (per 100g)

~20kcalCal
~2.0gProtein
~0.2gFat
~4.0gCarbs
~1.0gFiber

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Flavor affinities

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