Pink oyster / Pleurotus djamor

Description

Flavour Profile:

• Pungent aroma
• Meaty texture
• Ham or Bacon flavour (it is a great meat substitute)
• Good chew incredible umami

Nutritional Values:

Contain fiber, potassium, copper, riboflavin, vitamin B6, folate and ergothioneine, which is an antioxidant that may reduce instances of cardiovascular disease by helping to prevent plaque build-up in the arteries.

Storage:

• Refrigerate in a paper bag or mesh cardboard box
• Use within 2-3 days of purchasing

Cooking and Handling:

• No need to wash them
• Short stems
• Quick prep can be chopped or hand torn into pieces for a rustic look
• Cook thoroughly to develop its flavour
• Best sautéed in oil or fat, roasted, boiled
• Pairs well with garlic, shallots, onion, leeks, parsley, mint, basil, coriander, ginger or soy sauce
• Serve on top of or next to a meat, quinoa, noodles or potato dish
• Sautéed whole with other veggies or put on top of a salad
• Serve with eggs in the morning. Or at night it’s not weird
• Use in a cream sauce
• Vegetable stir fry