Portobellini Mushrooms
Estimated Inventory, 5 lbs : 2.90
This item was last sold on : 11/19/24
Description/Taste
Portobellini mushrooms are medium in size with caps averaging 5-7 centimeters in diameter and are connected to a thick stem. Slightly smaller than the portabella mushroom, but larger than a crimini, the dark brown caps are smooth, firm, and thick. Underneath the cap, there are dark, exposed, fleshy gills, but some may be still covered with the cotton-like membrane or veil, depending on maturity. When the veil tears, a small white ring will be left around the stem and the stem is white, dense, fibrous, and slightly detached. When cooked, Portobellini mushrooms are chewy and tender with meat-like consistency and have a mild, nutty, and earthy flavor.
Seasons/Availability
Portobellini mushrooms are available year-round.
Current Facts
Portobellini mushrooms, botanically classified as Agaricus bisporus, are a common variety that belongs to the Agaricaceae family. Also known as Baby Bella mushrooms and Mini Portobellos, Portobellini mushrooms are the more mature stage of the white button mushroom and are the slightly immature version of the portabella mushroom, with the crimini mushroom being one step below in size and age. These mushrooms are both found in the wild and are cultivated on a large scale with the only difference being merely age and size. Portobellini mushrooms are favored by home chefs for their small size and rich earthy flavor and are extremely versatile in culinary applications in many different global cuisines.
Nutritional Value
Portobellini mushrooms contain vitamin D, fiber, niacin, copper, selenium, and phosphorus.
Applications
Portobellini mushrooms are best suited for cooked applications such as sautéing, boiling, broiling, grilling, and baking. Before cooking, the mushrooms should be wiped with a damp paper towel, lightly rinsed and patted dry, or brushed to be cleaned. Both the stems and caps can be used, and they can be stuffed with bread crumbs, cheese, and sausage and baked for a hearty appetizer or side dish, grilled whole for mushroom sliders, or chopped and mixed into ground meat for additional protein. They can also be sliced and mixed into salads, soups, stews, pasta, rice dishes, grilled for fajitas, or baked into macaroni and cheese. Portobellini mushrooms pair well with teriyaki sauce, cream-based sauces, pesto, poultry, beef, pork, crab, avocado, tomatoes, red peppers, broccoli, spinach, leafy greens, butter beans, green onion, leeks, garlic, kefalotyri cheese, blue cheese, feta, rice, and noodles. They will keep up to one week when stored in a paper bag in the refrigerator.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Throughout history, versions of the Agaricus bisporus have been used in many different ancient cultures. In Egypt, they were revered by the Egyptians, who believed the mushrooms gave the consumer special powers or eternal life. In Rome, they were often classified as the “food of the Gods” or cibus diorum, and in Russian and Mexican folklore, mushrooms gave people superhuman strength. In addition to cultural folklore, the mushrooms were used in traditional Chinese medicine to help regulate the body’s energy and to increase milk production for breastfeeding mothers.
Geography/History
Portobellini mushrooms have been growing wild since ancient times, and varieties of Agaricus bisporus were first cultivated in Europe in the 17th century. Today Portobellini mushrooms are primarily cultivated and are widely available at supermarkets, farmers markets, and specialty grocers in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| The Shores | La Jolla CA | 858-459-8271 |
| Farmer and The Seahorse | San Diego CA | 619-302-3682 |
| Cove House | La Jolla CA | 858-999-0034 |
| The Wild Thyme Company | San Diego CA | 858-527-0226 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (20/20) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Golden Door | San Marcos CA | 760-761-4142 |
| Nick & G's Restaurant | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-771-1871 |
| Shorehouse Kitchen Carlsbad | Carlsbad CA | 858-663-9916 |
| Red Tail Catering | San Marcos CA | 858-605-8219 |
| Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-1582 |
| Shorehouse Kitchen | La Jolla CA | 858-459-3300 |
| Harvest Kitchen | Vista CA | 619-709-0938 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Reata Glen | Ladera Ranch CA | 949-545-2250 |
| Southwestern Yacht Club | San Diego CA | 619-222-0438 |
| Crown Point Catering | San Diego CA | 619-223-1211 |
| Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen | Oceanside CA | 619-990-0158 |
| Valley View Casino & Hotel | Valley Center CA | 760-291-5500 |
| Plant Based Meals | San Diego CA | 858-255-0590 |
| The Farm Golf Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-5585 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Portobellini Mushrooms. One
is easiest, three is harder.| Jen Reviews |
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Filet Mignon with Drunken Mushrooms and Mashed Potatoes |
| Grits and Pinecones |
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Easy Chicken Marsala with Prosciutto |
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