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Chanterelle Mushrooms
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Chanterelle mushrooms are small to medium in size with the ability to weigh up to two pounds and are convex in shape with a wavy cap connecting to a dense stem. The cap is smooth, delicate, and gold-orange with irregular, uneven edges that are thick, blunt, and taper down. Underneath the cap, the gills have forked ridges with blunt edges and these ridges run down the matching gold-orange, firm, thick, and solid stem. When snapped in half, the flesh of the mushroom will be pale white and have a fruity aroma with notes of apricot and peach. When cooked, Chanterelle mushrooms are chewy with a velvety consistency and have a woodsy, earthy flavor with hints of mild pepper.
Chanterelle mushrooms are available year-round, with a peak season in the fall.
Chanterelle mushrooms, botanically a part of the genus Cantharellus, is a generic descriptor used to describe many different species of wild Chanterelle mushrooms, with the Gold Chanterelle or Cantharellus cibarius being the most well-known. Chanterelle mushrooms are found across the world and grow individually on forest floors near trees such as maple, poplar, birch, or oak and may also be discovered in fields. They are only found in the wild and are unable to be commercially cultivated due to the lack of flavor when trying to recreate the symbiotic relationship between the fungus and the host plant. Often considered a luxury culinary ingredient, Chanterelle mushrooms are favored by chefs for their fruity scent and chewy texture and can be used in a wide array of culinary applications.
Chanterelle mushrooms contain high amounts of ergocalciferol, more commonly referred to as vitamin D2, which helps the body absorb calcium. These meaty mushrooms also contain significant amounts of protein, vitamin A, potassium, iron, chromium and eight essential amino acids.
Chanterelle mushrooms are best suited for cooked applications such as sautéing, boiling, and frying. Wild mushrooms, such as the Chanterelle, are generally meatier and stronger in flavor than cultivated mushrooms and work well in pasta served in butter or cream sauces, sautéed with other wild mushrooms, or cooked and served with cured meats, cow's milk cheese, or onions and garlic. They can also be served over rice, pickled, baked into puffs or biscuits, layered in burgers, mixed into stew or soups, or baked into a quiche. Chanterelles are very sponge-like, so be careful not to waterlog them as it will be difficult to allow their best attributes to shine if they become too wet. Chanterelle mushrooms pair well with meats such as chicken, pork, veal, rabbit, quail, and eggs, seafood such as oysters, scallops, and prawns, spinach, radish, artichokes, coleslaw, parsley, marjoram, bay leaves, garlic, onion, shallots, pine nuts, chicken broth, white wine, dry sherry, red wine vinegar, and parmesan cheese. They will keep up to a week when stored in a very dry container in the refrigerator.
Chanterelle mushrooms have been a delicacy in cultures across the world and are known by many different names. The name Chanterelle comes from the Greek word “kantharos,” which means vase. In Russia, Chanterelles are called “lisichki,” or little fox. They are also highly prized in Germany, known as “pfifferlinge,” where more than two thousand tons of the mushrooms are received in barrels of brine. In addition to countries in Europe, the British Columbia Thompson First Nation people call the golden Chanterelle mushrooms “little fish gills” and are often eaten alongside salmon or dried for extended use in soups and stews.
Chanterelles thrive in temperate forests around the world and have been growing wild since ancient times. Today many different species can be found at farmers markets and specialty grocers in areas of the United States, specifically along the West Coast, and in Canada, Mexico, Europe, Africa, and Asia.
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Description/Taste
Chanterelle mushrooms are small to medium in size with the ability to weigh up to two pounds and are convex in shape with a wavy cap connecting to a dense stem. The cap is smooth, delicate, and gold-orange with irregular, uneven edges that are thick, blunt, and taper down. Underneath the cap, the gills have forked ridges with blunt edges and these ridges run down the matching gold-orange, firm, thick, and solid stem. When snapped in half, the flesh of the mushroom will be pale white and have a fruity aroma with notes of apricot and peach. When cooked, Chanterelle mushrooms are chewy with a velvety consistency and have a woodsy, earthy flavor with hints of mild pepper.
Seasons/Availability
Chanterelle mushrooms are available year-round, with a peak season in the fall.
Current Facts
Chanterelle mushrooms, botanically a part of the genus Cantharellus, is a generic descriptor used to describe many different species of wild Chanterelle mushrooms, with the Gold Chanterelle or Cantharellus cibarius being the most well-known. Chanterelle mushrooms are found across the world and grow individually on forest floors near trees such as maple, poplar, birch, or oak and may also be discovered in fields. They are only found in the wild and are unable to be commercially cultivated due to the lack of flavor when trying to recreate the symbiotic relationship between the fungus and the host plant. Often considered a luxury culinary ingredient, Chanterelle mushrooms are favored by chefs for their fruity scent and chewy texture and can be used in a wide array of culinary applications.
Nutritional Value
Chanterelle mushrooms contain high amounts of ergocalciferol, more commonly referred to as vitamin D2, which helps the body absorb calcium. These meaty mushrooms also contain significant amounts of protein, vitamin A, potassium, iron, chromium and eight essential amino acids.
Applications
Chanterelle mushrooms are best suited for cooked applications such as sautéing, boiling, and frying. Wild mushrooms, such as the Chanterelle, are generally meatier and stronger in flavor than cultivated mushrooms and work well in pasta served in butter or cream sauces, sautéed with other wild mushrooms, or cooked and served with cured meats, cow's milk cheese, or onions and garlic. They can also be served over rice, pickled, baked into puffs or biscuits, layered in burgers, mixed into stew or soups, or baked into a quiche. Chanterelles are very sponge-like, so be careful not to waterlog them as it will be difficult to allow their best attributes to shine if they become too wet. Chanterelle mushrooms pair well with meats such as chicken, pork, veal, rabbit, quail, and eggs, seafood such as oysters, scallops, and prawns, spinach, radish, artichokes, coleslaw, parsley, marjoram, bay leaves, garlic, onion, shallots, pine nuts, chicken broth, white wine, dry sherry, red wine vinegar, and parmesan cheese. They will keep up to a week when stored in a very dry container in the refrigerator.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Chanterelle mushrooms have been a delicacy in cultures across the world and are known by many different names. The name Chanterelle comes from the Greek word “kantharos,” which means vase. In Russia, Chanterelles are called “lisichki,” or little fox. They are also highly prized in Germany, known as “pfifferlinge,” where more than two thousand tons of the mushrooms are received in barrels of brine. In addition to countries in Europe, the British Columbia Thompson First Nation people call the golden Chanterelle mushrooms “little fish gills” and are often eaten alongside salmon or dried for extended use in soups and stews.
Geography/History
Chanterelles thrive in temperate forests around the world and have been growing wild since ancient times. Today many different species can be found at farmers markets and specialty grocers in areas of the United States, specifically along the West Coast, and in Canada, Mexico, Europe, Africa, and Asia.
Featured Restaurants
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| Golden Door | San Marcos CA | 760-761-4142 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| DS Catering Kitchen | Chula Vista CA | 619-703-9321 |
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Santa Monica Farmers Market
Tutti Frutti Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United States1-805-218-6122 About 139 days ago, 1/18/23 
Specialty Produce
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock St Suite 150 San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 https://specialtyproduce.com About 149 days ago, 1/08/23 Sharer's comments : Chanterelle Mushrooms 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Tutti Frutti Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United States1-805-218-6122 About 153 days ago, 1/04/23 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Tutti Frutti Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United States1-805-218-6122 About 181 days ago, 12/07/22 
Metropolitan Market
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesAbout 200 days ago, 11/18/22 Sharer's comments : Chanterelle mushrooms are in good supply @metropolitan market Queen Ann Seattle 
Specialty Produce
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock St Suite 150 San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 https://specialtyproduce.com About 205 days ago, 11/13/22 Sharer's comments : Chanterelle Mushrooms 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 240 days ago, 10/09/22 Sharer's comments : Chanterelle Mushrooms 
Borough Market
Turnips Borough Market
Near London, England, United Kingdom43 Borough Market, London SE1 9AH, United Kingdom 442073578356 https://turnipsboroughmarket.com About 256 days ago, 9/23/22 
University District Farmers Market
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesAbout 290 days ago, 8/20/22 
Specialty Produce
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock St Suite 150, San Diego, CA 92110 619-295-3172 https://specialtyproduce.com About 302 days ago, 8/08/22 Sharer's comments : Chanterelle Mushrooms 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 315 days ago, 7/26/22 Sharer's comments : Chantrelle Mushrooms in at Specialty Produce 
Eataly
Eataly- Los Angeles
Near Beverly Hills, California, United States10250 Santa Monica Blvd Los Angeles CA 90067 1-213-310-8000 https://www.eataly.com About 317 days ago, 7/23/22 
Borough Market
Turnips
Near London, England, United Kingdom43 Borough Market, London SE1 9AH, United Kingdom 442073578356 About 327 days ago, 7/14/22 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 378 days ago, 5/24/22 Sharer's comments : Chanterelle Mushrooms 
Central Market
Central Market
Near Austin, Texas, United States4001 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78756 About 452 days ago, 3/11/22 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 494 days ago, 1/28/22 Sharer's comments : Beautiful California Chanterelles. The rains have blessed us! 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Tutti Frutti
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesLompoc, CA 1-805-218-6122 About 496 days ago, 1/26/22 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 504 days ago, 1/18/22 Sharer's comments : California Chanterelles are in! 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 510 days ago, 1/12/22 Sharer's comments : Chanterelle Mushrooms back in Stock!! 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 561 days ago, 11/22/21 Sharer's comments : Chanterelle Mushrooms available!!!! 
Borough Market
Turnips
Near London, England, United Kingdom43 Borough Market, London SE1 9AH, United Kingdom 442073578356 https://turnipsboroughmarket.com About 625 days ago, 9/19/21 
Lents International Farmers Market
Wild Things
Near Milwaukie, Oregon, United StatesMt Saint Helen, WA About 646 days ago, 8/29/21 |
