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Mangosteen
The Purple mangosteen, botanical name Garcinia magostana, simply referred to as mangosteen, is an ultra-tropical slow growing evergreen tree that is cultivated for its edible fruit.
Spring Onions
Spring onions are most often utilized raw. The whole onion can be flash blanched and grilled, which brings out more the robust and sweet elements of the onions, and makes them a bolder pair for fish and meats
Grower
Abalone mushrooms are available in winter.
The Abalone mushroom, scientific name Pleurotus cystidiosus, is also known as the White Elf, King mushroom and the Akuratake mushroom. It is an oyster mushroom variety that requires special growing conditions to meet its nutritional needs. Unlike green plants, mushrooms are void of chlorophyl, thus they need outside sources of food. These food sources are plant material known as "substrates". Substrates vary from wood logs, several types of straws and other types of organic plant waste materials. Tiny threads spread from the mushrooms fruiting body and feed on substrates, collecting nutrients necessary for growth and survival, at the expense of the plant material.
The Abalone mushroom is named for the aquatic shellfish, abalone, whose shape the mushroom resembles. Its skin is ivory white with small golden lines and perforations found throughout its surface. Its flesh is crisp, white, dense and spongy with an earthy, buttery flavor with notes of pepper and a velvety texture when cooked.
Abalone mushrooms have a concentrated protein and carbohydrate content as well as a large proportion of dietary fiber. Abalone mushrooms have medicinal qualities including antioxidant properties, anti-inflammatory agents and tumor inhibiting qualities.
The Abalone's subtle flavor is best when not overcooked, however it shouldn't be considered edible when raw. Pair Abalone mushrooms with seafood, pork, garlic, ginger, soy, Asian vegetables and herbs. Traditional recipes include stir fries, curries, soups and teriyaki and these are good starting points if you have never tried or cooked the Abalone mushroom before. Modern recipes include companion ingredients such as clams, fennel, wild arugula, prosciutto and shallots. To store, place in paper bag or between paper towels. Never store fresh mushrooms in plastic as the plastic deteriorates the flesh rapidly.
Native to and still found growing wild in China, modern commercial abalone mushroom production is of the cultivated variety. In America, Abalone mushrooms are cultivated in California, Oregon and Washington. The indoor controlled environment in which Abalone mushrooms are cultivated allows for year-round production. They can also be found growing wild in the state of Ohio. Wild abalone mushrooms are found living on wounded, dying and dead hard wood trees, especially Alder trees.
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Seasons/Availability
Abalone mushrooms are available in winter.
Current Facts
The Abalone mushroom, scientific name Pleurotus cystidiosus, is also known as the White Elf, King mushroom and the Akuratake mushroom. It is an oyster mushroom variety that requires special growing conditions to meet its nutritional needs. Unlike green plants, mushrooms are void of chlorophyl, thus they need outside sources of food. These food sources are plant material known as "substrates". Substrates vary from wood logs, several types of straws and other types of organic plant waste materials. Tiny threads spread from the mushrooms fruiting body and feed on substrates, collecting nutrients necessary for growth and survival, at the expense of the plant material.
Description/Taste
The Abalone mushroom is named for the aquatic shellfish, abalone, whose shape the mushroom resembles. Its skin is ivory white with small golden lines and perforations found throughout its surface. Its flesh is crisp, white, dense and spongy with an earthy, buttery flavor with notes of pepper and a velvety texture when cooked.
Nutritional Value
Abalone mushrooms have a concentrated protein and carbohydrate content as well as a large proportion of dietary fiber. Abalone mushrooms have medicinal qualities including antioxidant properties, anti-inflammatory agents and tumor inhibiting qualities.
Applications
The Abalone's subtle flavor is best when not overcooked, however it shouldn't be considered edible when raw. Pair Abalone mushrooms with seafood, pork, garlic, ginger, soy, Asian vegetables and herbs. Traditional recipes include stir fries, curries, soups and teriyaki and these are good starting points if you have never tried or cooked the Abalone mushroom before. Modern recipes include companion ingredients such as clams, fennel, wild arugula, prosciutto and shallots. To store, place in paper bag or between paper towels. Never store fresh mushrooms in plastic as the plastic deteriorates the flesh rapidly.
Geography/History
Native to and still found growing wild in China, modern commercial abalone mushroom production is of the cultivated variety. In America, Abalone mushrooms are cultivated in California, Oregon and Washington. The indoor controlled environment in which Abalone mushrooms are cultivated allows for year-round production. They can also be found growing wild in the state of Ohio. Wild abalone mushrooms are found living on wounded, dying and dead hard wood trees, especially Alder trees.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Hilton Carlsbad Oceanfront & Spa | Carlsbad CA | 760-602-0800 |
| Piatti | San Diego CA | 858-454-1589 |
| Jimmy Love's | San Diego CA | 619-595-0123 |
| Urban Plates Del Mar | San Diego CA | 760-632-8431 |
| Plan Cha | La Mesa CA | 619-213-4277 |
| Martinis above Fourth | San Diego CA | 619-400-4500 |
| Table 926 | San Diego CA | 858-539-0926 |
| Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 800 843 4661 |
| Cork and Platter | San Diego CA | 619-253-8311 |
| Saiko Sushi | Coronado CA | 619-435-0868 |
| Analog | San Diego CA | 619-233-1183 |
| Wine Vault & Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-295-3939 |
| Zel's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-0076 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Abalone Mushrooms. One
is easiest, three is harder.
