Crimini 'brown' mushrooms |
DESCRIPTION: Similar to the white mushroom in shape and size but firmer to the touch. The colour ranges from light tan to dark brown.
HOW TO PURCHASE: Can be purchased in bulk and cello-wrapped trays.
TASTE PROFILE: Meaty and earthy flavour, more intense than the white mushroom.
HOW TO SERVE: Can be eaten raw or cooked. They make a great substitute for white mushrooms. Fantastic in salads, soups and entrées.
STORAGE: Keep Crimini mushrooms refrigerated in a paper bag for up to 5 days.
NUTRITION FACTS:
Mushroom
(100 g) |
Cooper |
Selenium |
Potassium |
Phosphorus |
Iron |
Zinc |
Magnesium |
| Crimini | 25% | 37% | 13% | 12% |
2% | 7% | 2% |
Mushroom
(100 g) |
Riboflavin |
Niacin |
Pantocenic Acid |
Vitamin B6 |
Thiamin |
Folate(4) |
Vitamin D |
| Crimini | 29% | 19% | 15% | 6% |
6% | 3% | NA |
| Mushroom |
Fibre
per 100 g serving |
%DV |
| Crimini | 1 | 2% |
Just mix and chill, then within hours, these marinated mushrooms will make a wonderful side dish to your evening meal.
Preparation Time: 15 Minutes
Cooking Time: 2 to 8 Hours
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup (75 mL) vegetable oil
- 33 tbsp (50 mL) lemon juice
- 1-1/2 tsp (7 mL) dried basil
- 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt
- 1/4 tsp (1 mL) pepper
- 1 lb (500 g) Ontario White Mushrooms, halved
- 1 medium Ontario Carrot, shredded
Preparation:
In large nonmetallic bowl, combine oil, lemon juice, basil, salt and pepper. Stir in mushrooms and carrot. Cover and chill several hours, stirring occasionally.
