The Noodle Mushroom!
A noodle for your noodle! The white enoki mushroom, known for its distinctive long, white stalks, and small round caps makes it perhaps one of the most picturesque varieties in the Superlicious fungi collection.
Flavour & Texture
White enoki mushrooms have a deliciously mild, earthy, slightly sweet & fruity flavor. Given the amount of time the white enoki mushrooms are cooked, their texture can range from being crisp with a crunchy bite, to having a tender & soft mouth feel.
Health Benefits
These small, noodle-like mushrooms are an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and dietary fibers. In fact, enoki mushrooms are one of the best low-calorie sources of dietary fiber, making them a great option for weight management and also help normalize bowel movements and prevent constipation. Additionally, vitamin B3 found in enokis helps to regulate cholesterol levels. You will be amazed to know that research has shown that compounds found in enoki mushrooms may promote cognitive development. This means that they may also aid in regulating learning, maintaining attention, and improving memory. These qualities also make them a potential tool for protecting against cognitive decline, such as Alzhimer’s. Another great benefit of enoki mushrooms is their high antioxidant content; which are essential for protecting your body’s cells from free radicals, which can potentially lead to cancer and heart disease. These antioxidants can also help reduce inflammation and help strengthen the immune system by enhancing the immune system’s response to infections. For those concerned about their blood sugar levels, enoki mushrooms may be an excellent dietary addition. As a great source of dietary fiber, they can help regulate blood sugar levels and prevent chronic health conditions such as type 2 diabetes. Versatile, easy to prepare & low in calories, white enoki and can be added to soups, salads, stir-fries, and more. So next time you’re at the grocery store, consider picking up some Superlicious white enoki mushrooms and experimenting with new and exciting ways to enjoy them!
Preparation
- Before cooking, trim about 1 inch from the root
- The mushrooms can be lightly washed (if there are visible dirt spots). Don’t toss when cleaning the mushrooms in water as you would want to be gentle with your mushrooms
- Any slimy stems should be discarded
- It is important to use enoki mushrooms right after you wash them. The extra moisture can cause your enokis to spoil quickly; so it is recommended to only wash as much enoki as you shall cook with immediately.
How Best to Cook
Since dainty, thin enoki mushrooms only take 1-2 minutes to cook and have a very mild taste, it is a perfect mushroom that absorbs all the delicious flavors of its surrounding ingredients, especially so in a side dish such as a salad, or when sauteed or steamed.
- To stir-fry your enokis, we recommend that you whip out your wok!
- The pan’s rounded bottom, with a dash of oil on high heat shall cook your enokis in no time while you stir it constantly.
- This method will cook enokis pretty fast, making them nice and crispy.
- Deep frying too is a 1-2 minute process, making them crispy & golden with a satisfying crunch in no time.
- These crunchy, savory little strips will work great as toppings and garnishes.
