Shimeji

Hypsizygus spp., Lyophyllum spp. …

mushroom

Small, tight clusters with brown or white caps, cultivated; tough and bitter raw, they become firm and mild, nutty, once cooked. They provide beta-glucans and ergothioneine.

Origin

Japan

Season (United States)

all year round · grows in your region

Preparation

Only the base holding the stems together is cut off.

Molecules

Mushroom beta-glucans · ErgothioneineIn small amounts, not counted Vitamin D

Did you know?

It is found mostly on beech trees — hence its English name, beech mushroom; its two forms on sale, brown and white, come from Japan.