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Lobster Mushrooms

Inventory, lb : 18.53
This item was last sold on : 09/20/18

• 47 Featured Restaurants

• 6 Recipe Ideas

• 6 Spots

Description/Taste

Lobster mushrooms have a color similar to that of cooked lobster shell, with bright, fiery orange beneath the spotted or mottled cap. The gills of the host mushroom almost disappear under the parasitic fungus, leaving the area somewhat rippled and the cap disfigured. The texture of the Lobster mushroom’s flesh is granular and brittle. The taste benefits from multiple layers of flavor from the host mushrooms and often Hypomyces lactifluorum intensifies the nuances of its host. Lobster mushrooms are popular for their robust flavor and aroma, which can sometimes mirror that of seafood or lobster.

Seasons/Availability

Lobster mushrooms are available in the fall, though they can be found as early as mid-summer.

Current Facts

The Lobster mushroom is actually an example of a fungus attacking another mushroom. Hypomyces lactifluorum most commonly attacks and parasitizes the brittle white mushroom, Russula brevipes or the peppery mushroom, Lactarius piperatus. Hypomyces lactifluorum leaves the host mushroom with a bright orange coating and eventually twists the fungus into odd shapes, transforming into the “Lobster mushroom.”

Nutritional Value

Lobster mushrooms are a source of carbohydrates and contain a small amount of protein and fiber.

Applications

Lobster mushrooms hold their texture after cooking; they may be added to stuffing or baked pasta dishes as well as simple broth soups and cream sauces. Add the brightly-colored mushrooms to soups, stews and terrines. Slice thin; sauté with onions and new potatoes, add to omelets or scrambled eggs. Lobster mushrooms make a great dried mushroom as the drying process captures their rich flavor qualities and preserves them. Store refrigerated in a paper bag for up to one week.

Ethnic/Cultural Info

Hypomyces is Greek for “mushroom underneath” as a nod to the process by which a Lobster mushroom is formed. These brightly-colored orange mushrooms can be used as dye for wool, fabrics and some paper.

Geography/History

Lobster mushrooms can be found growing under hemlock trees in North America, specifically in the Pacific Northwest and in Canada and in Europe.

Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.

Bagby Beer Company	Oceanside CA	760-505-3445
Sheraton Carlsbad (20/20)	Carlsbad CA	760-827-2400
Kettner Exchange	San Diego CA	312-415-5455
Wrench and Rodent	Oceanside CA	760-840-1976
Javier Plascencia	Bonita CA	619-295-3172
Georges at the Cove	San Diego CA	858-454-4244
Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa	Carlsbad CA	760-827-2400
Barbarella La Jolla	La Jolla CA	858-454-7373
Marriott Del Mar	San Diego CA	858-369-6029
Herb & Wood	San Diego CA	619-955-8495
Biga	San Diego CA	949-295-4377
Inn at Rancho Santa Fe	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-381-8289
Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-756-1582
Juan Tequila	San Diego CA	520-395-7565
The Oceanaire Seafood Room	San Diego CA	619-858-2277
Culinary Concepts	San Diego CA	858-530-1885
Barbarella	San Diego CA	858-454-7373
University Club	San Diego CA	619-234-5200
La Costa Resort & Spa Main Kitchen	Carlsbad CA	760-930-7063
Park Hyatt Aviara	Carlsbad CA	760-448-1234

the other 27...

Chef Drew Mc Partlin	San Diego CA	619-990-9201
Tiger Tiger	San Diego CA	619-764-5475
Chateau Lake San Marcos	San Marcos CA	760-471-0083
Lodge at Torrey Pines Main	San Diego CA	858-453-4420
The Cork and Craft	San Diego CA	858-618-2463
Great Maple	San Diego CA	619-255-2282
Fairmont Grand Del Mar	San Diego CA	858-314-1975
Mission Ave Bar and Grill	Oceanside CA	760-637-2222
Hotel Del Coronado 1500 Restaurant	Coronado CA	619-435-6611
Bleu Boheme	San Diego CA	619-255-4167
Toronado San Diego	San Diego CA	619-282-0456
El Jardin Restaurant	San Diego CA	619-356-5444
TBR & Mason Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-609-9245
Andrew Spurgin	San Diego CA	619-277-6020
The Patio On 101	Encinitas CA	858-270-9900
Four Seasons Residence Club	Carlsbad CA	760-603-3700
Encontro North Park	San Diego CA	619-291-1220
The Tavern	Coronado CA	602-628-5890
Mr A's	San Diego CA	619-239-1377
Pamplemousse Grill	Solana Beach CA	858-792-9090
Cow by Bear	San Diego CA	415-565-9989
JSIX American restaurant & Bar	San Diego CA	619-531-8744
Luce	San Diego CA	619-275-2094
The Lion Share	San Diego CA	619-564-6924
Rancho Valencia	Del Mar CA	858-756-1123
WaterBar	San Diego CA	619-308-6500
Marriott Marina Kitchen	San Diego CA	619-234-1500 x6113

Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Lobster Mushrooms. One

is easiest, three is harder.

Forager Chef		Lobster Mushroom-Entoloma Manhattan Clam Chowder
The Good Cook		Lobster Mushroom Stuffing
Mise En Place		Beer-Battered Lobster Mushroom
The Journal of a Girl who Loves To Cook		Creamy Lobster Mushroom and Onion Puff Tarts
Herbavoracious		Lobster Mushroom Spaghetti
Forager Chef		Braised Whole Lobster Mushrooms with Wild Spinach and Wheatberries

Recently Spotted
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Secret location in Chequamegon Forest

Nathan Bochler
619-219-9761

Wisconsin, United States
About 67 days ago, 7/16/18
Spotter's comments : Lobster Mushrooms spotted at Secret location in Chequamegon Forest.

Central Market Near Poulsbo, Washington, United States
About 373 days ago, 9/13/17
Spotter's comments : Lobster Mushrooms spotted at Central Market.

Pike Place Market

Corner Produce Pike Place
1500 Pike St, Seattle
206-535-7562

Near Seattle, Washington, United States
About 373 days ago, 9/13/17
Spotter's comments : Lobster Mushrooms spotted at Pike Place Market. Look at these beautiful local Lobster Mushrooms, what a find ;)

Ballard Market Near Seattle, Washington, United States
About 373 days ago, 9/13/17
Spotter's comments : Lobster Mushrooms spotted at Ballard Market.

Central Market Near Shoreline, Washington, United States
About 373 days ago, 9/13/17
Spotter's comments : Lobster Mushrooms spotted at Central Market.

Pike Place Market Near Seattle, Washington, United States
About 374 days ago, 9/12/17
Spotter's comments : Lobster Mushrooms spotted at Pike Place Market.