King Oyster Mushrooms

King Oyster mushrooms are renowned for their thick stem that fits its ‘king’ name by being the largest in its family. Being very similar in taste to the Blue Oyster mushroom, this mushroom has an even meatier texture. Due to their dense body, they are able to maintain a succulent texture when cooked.

King Oysters are valued by chefs and are a favourite addition to many recipes. These hearty mushrooms are highly versatile and can be prepared whole or in smaller pieces depending on their intended culinary use.

Preparation methods range from braising and broiling to grilling and sautéing, and the cooking time varies accordingly. Given their meaty texture and thick consistency, these earthy mushrooms are great meat substitutes in vegetarian and vegan cooking, replacing ingredients such as pulled pork, squid, and scallops. Additional uses include Asian stir-fry recipes, barbecue skewers, vegetable stews, and pasta sauces. 

Nutritional Information

• Very good source of riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, phosphorus, potassium, copper, and dietary fiber
• A good source of protein, thiamin, vitamin B6, folate, iron, magnesium, zinc and manganese
• Very low in saturated fat and cholesterol

Health Benefits 

Anti-inflammatory properties

Research suggests that they could be a useful inclusion as part of a diet focused on reducing inflammation. Conditions such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, and muscular pain are usually characteristic of misdirected inflammation and could all potentially benefit from a dietary regime that’s high in anti-inflammatory foods such as oyster mushrooms.

There are many health benefits, too numerous to list here  please do conduct your own research and find out how they may benefit you as part of a healthy diet.