10 types of
mushrooms
to know

Did you know: mushrooms are actually the fruit of a certain type of fungi? & most have a cap & a stem, and many – but not all – are edible? Here are 10 types of delicious mushrooms to look out for!

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These massive, brown umbrellas are native to the grasslands of Europe & North America. They're extremely thick & have an earthy-yet-meaty flavor.

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As another popularly foraged ingredient, many attest to its juicy & succulent flavor, which may very well be how it got its name.

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These look like your everyday, run-of-the-mill shroom, & that's because they're the most commonly consumed variety, according to Epicurious.

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Notable for their wavy ridgelines, shiitakes are velvety and incredibly robust. Add them to your next stir fry or whip them into some risotto.

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Crimini mushrooms are part of the same species as the button mushrooms (they basically taste the same). But they're just brown instead of white.

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Enokis are stringy and almost noodle-like. Hailing from Japan, they taste mild with a vague nutty flavor.

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MUSHROOMS

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With a delicate-yet-complex taste, these integrate seamlessly into pasta bakes and taste great on their own when battered and fried.

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MUSHROOMS

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King osyters have thick stems, which are almost as broad as their caps. They're super aromatic, with a slight licorice taste in the finish.

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If you're delving into the world of foraging, chanterelles are the most popular wild edible shroom & they come in a few different colors.

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The nutty, earthy variety has been described as "meaty," and as a result, they make a solid base for red meats.

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MUSHROOMS

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