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A B A L O N E   M U S H R O O M

The Abalone is a large variety of Oyster mushroom named after its resemblance to the abalone shellfish. It has a dense, meaty texture when cooked. It is also known as the King Oyster mushroom.

The Oyster is a variety of mushroom found on the trunks of dying deciduous trees. There are many sub-varieties available in a wide array of colors including white, yellow, brown, and pink, all of which fade to a creamy gray when cooked. They have a peppery, juicy flavor, slippery texture and faint anise scent.

H E A L T H   B E N E F I T S

Mushrooms are an important source of B Vitamins and proteins. They have immune system strengthening and anti-cancer properties. They are also being researched for their cholesterol-lowering and depression-fighting capabilities. 

H I S T O R Y

Mushrooms have been used by man for both food and medicine for many thousands of years, the first written records coming from China around 3000BC.

S E L E C T I O N  &  S T O R I N G

Select Abalone mushrooms that are firm and fresh-looking. Mushrooms are very porous and can get slimy if exposed to water for too long. To clean, gently blot with a damp paper towel. They are best stored in a paper bag in the refrigerator, and if they are fresh, last several days.

P R E P   T I P S

This mushroom is well suited to soups and stews, or can be fried in the same manner as oysters. It should not be sautéed or served raw.

R E C I P E S

Abalone Mushroom Risotto • Roasted Abalone Mushrooms with Crabmeat Salad • Abalone Mushroom in Oyster Sauce • Celery and Mushroom Salad with Shaved Parmigiano • Fried Abalone Mushrooms with Broccoli • Abalone mushrooms in sweet and sour sauce • Stir Fried Abalone Mushrooms With Gingko Nuts And Wolfberries • Pineapple Tofu Recipe with King (Abalone) Mushrooms

A D D I T I O N A L   I N F O

Mushroom on Wikipedia • Oyster Mushroom on InnVista • Oyster Mushroom Nutrition Info