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Oyster mushrooms are medium to large in size with caps averaging 5-25 centimeters in diameter and a very short or non-existent stem. The caps are broad and fan-like, ranging in color from dark gray, brown, tan, pink, to yellow, and have curled edges that become wavy and lobed with maturity. White gills extend from beneath the cap, and the flesh is white, meaty, and firm. Oyster mushrooms have a slightly chewy texture and are soft with a bittersweet aroma reminiscent of anise. When cooked, they have a mild and nutty, seafood-like flavor.
Oyster mushrooms are available year-round, with a peak season in the late summer through fall.
Oyster mushroom is a general descriptor used to refer to three different species of fungi including Pleurotus ostreatus, Pleurotus pulmonarius, and Pleurotus populinus, which all belong to the Pleurotaceae family. Oyster mushrooms get their name from an uncanny resemblance in appearance and taste to fresh-shucked oysters. Found growing on decaying wood, especially beech and aspen trees, Oyster mushrooms grow in stacked layers in a shelf-like formation and are found in many different temperate forests across the world. Oyster mushrooms are one of the most cultivated mushrooms in the world along with shiitake and button mushrooms and are extremely versatile in flavor melding with many different cuisines and culinary applications.
Oyster mushrooms contain vitamin B6 and D, fiber, potassium, and folate. They also contain an antioxidant called ergothioneine, which can help decrease inflammation in the body.
Oyster mushrooms are best suited for cooked applications such as frying, stir-fry, and braising, as up to ten percent of the population could have a slight allergic reaction to eating the fungus raw. They can be cooked and added to soups, chowders, sauces, egg dishes, tarts, pasta, lasagna, and pizza. They can also be fried for tempura, fried into vegan calamari, used as a substitute in mock-oyster Rockefeller, or stuffed into dumplings. Oyster mushrooms cook relatively quickly and are typically added at the end of the cooking process. They are popularly used in many Asian dishes in Japanese, Korean, and Chinese cuisine. They can also be dried for extended use and do not have to be rehydrated before using. Oyster mushrooms pair well with onions, shallots, green onions, garlic, ginger, potatoes, thyme, parsley, peas, green beans, eggplant, sherry, soy sauce, tofu, scallops, poultry, lemon, and spaghetti. They are extremely perishable and are recommended to be used immediately for optimum flavor and quality. They can also be stored in a paper bag in the refrigerator for a very short time.
Oyster mushrooms are one of the only few carnivorous mushrooms, feeding on bacteria and nematodes, which are small roundworms, to obtain nitrogen for growth. They also grow rapidly on decaying wood, contributing to a faster rate of decomposition which helps add additional minerals back into the ecosystem. With this ability, Oyster mushrooms are being studied as an alternative way to clean toxins from the environment. While further research needs to be completed before assessments can be made, scientists are hopeful these mushrooms can offer a safe and effective way to remove unwanted toxins from designated areas on a small scale.
Oyster mushrooms are native to Europe, North America, and Asia and have been growing wild since ancient times. They were first recorded and classified in 1775 by Dutch naturalist Nikolaus Joseph Freiherr Von Jacquin and were later reclassified in 1871 by German mycologist Paul Kummer to the classification we are currently familiar with. Oyster mushrooms were also commercially cultivated beginning in the 1940s, and today China is one of the largest exporters of cultivated Oyster mushrooms. Oyster mushrooms can be found at local markets and specialty grocers in Asia, Europe, Australia, and North America.
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Description/Taste
Oyster mushrooms are medium to large in size with caps averaging 5-25 centimeters in diameter and a very short or non-existent stem. The caps are broad and fan-like, ranging in color from dark gray, brown, tan, pink, to yellow, and have curled edges that become wavy and lobed with maturity. White gills extend from beneath the cap, and the flesh is white, meaty, and firm. Oyster mushrooms have a slightly chewy texture and are soft with a bittersweet aroma reminiscent of anise. When cooked, they have a mild and nutty, seafood-like flavor.
Seasons/Availability
Oyster mushrooms are available year-round, with a peak season in the late summer through fall.
Current Facts
Oyster mushroom is a general descriptor used to refer to three different species of fungi including Pleurotus ostreatus, Pleurotus pulmonarius, and Pleurotus populinus, which all belong to the Pleurotaceae family. Oyster mushrooms get their name from an uncanny resemblance in appearance and taste to fresh-shucked oysters. Found growing on decaying wood, especially beech and aspen trees, Oyster mushrooms grow in stacked layers in a shelf-like formation and are found in many different temperate forests across the world. Oyster mushrooms are one of the most cultivated mushrooms in the world along with shiitake and button mushrooms and are extremely versatile in flavor melding with many different cuisines and culinary applications.
Nutritional Value
Oyster mushrooms contain vitamin B6 and D, fiber, potassium, and folate. They also contain an antioxidant called ergothioneine, which can help decrease inflammation in the body.
Applications
Oyster mushrooms are best suited for cooked applications such as frying, stir-fry, and braising, as up to ten percent of the population could have a slight allergic reaction to eating the fungus raw. They can be cooked and added to soups, chowders, sauces, egg dishes, tarts, pasta, lasagna, and pizza. They can also be fried for tempura, fried into vegan calamari, used as a substitute in mock-oyster Rockefeller, or stuffed into dumplings. Oyster mushrooms cook relatively quickly and are typically added at the end of the cooking process. They are popularly used in many Asian dishes in Japanese, Korean, and Chinese cuisine. They can also be dried for extended use and do not have to be rehydrated before using. Oyster mushrooms pair well with onions, shallots, green onions, garlic, ginger, potatoes, thyme, parsley, peas, green beans, eggplant, sherry, soy sauce, tofu, scallops, poultry, lemon, and spaghetti. They are extremely perishable and are recommended to be used immediately for optimum flavor and quality. They can also be stored in a paper bag in the refrigerator for a very short time.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Oyster mushrooms are one of the only few carnivorous mushrooms, feeding on bacteria and nematodes, which are small roundworms, to obtain nitrogen for growth. They also grow rapidly on decaying wood, contributing to a faster rate of decomposition which helps add additional minerals back into the ecosystem. With this ability, Oyster mushrooms are being studied as an alternative way to clean toxins from the environment. While further research needs to be completed before assessments can be made, scientists are hopeful these mushrooms can offer a safe and effective way to remove unwanted toxins from designated areas on a small scale.
Geography/History
Oyster mushrooms are native to Europe, North America, and Asia and have been growing wild since ancient times. They were first recorded and classified in 1775 by Dutch naturalist Nikolaus Joseph Freiherr Von Jacquin and were later reclassified in 1871 by German mycologist Paul Kummer to the classification we are currently familiar with. Oyster mushrooms were also commercially cultivated beginning in the 1940s, and today China is one of the largest exporters of cultivated Oyster mushrooms. Oyster mushrooms can be found at local markets and specialty grocers in Asia, Europe, Australia, and North America.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Orfila Vineyards & Winery | Oceanside CA | 760-738-6500 |
| RoVino Rotisserie + Wine | San Diego CA | 619-972-6286 |
| The Switchboard Restaurant and Bar | Oceanside CA | 760-807-7446 |
| Continental Catering Inc | La Mesa CA | 907-738-9264 |
| Rollin Roots-Veggie Gang | San Diego CA | 951-259-3836 |
| Parkhouse Eatery | San Diego CA | 619-295-7275 |
| Cucina Enoteca | Del Mar CA | 619-239-2222 |
| Barbusa | San Diego CA | 619-297-6333 |
| Huntress | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
| Herb & Wood | San Diego CA | 520-205-1288 |
| Wayfarer Bread | La Jolla CA | 805-709-0964 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Duke's La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-1999 |
| Ordering Waters Catering | ||
| Paradise Point Resort Tidal | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| The Rose | San Diego CA | 619-572-7671 |
| Dolce Pane & Vino | Del Mar CA | 858-832-1518 |
| Wheat & Water | La Jolla CA | 858-291-8690 |
| Hapi Fish Restaurant | Encinitas CA | 760-452-7245 |
| Mr A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| Miho Gastrotruck | San Diego CA | 619-365-5655 |
| Pop Pie Co. (Kitchen) | San Diego CA | 619-414-8495 |
| Cocina De Barrio | San Diego CA | 760-840-1129 |
| Le Papagayo (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-944-8252 |
| Fernside | San Diego CA | 619-398-5156 |
| C 2 C | San Diego CA | 619-972-9345 |
| Viejas Casino Grove Steakhouse | Alpine CA | 800-295-3172 |
| ALCE 101 | Solana Beach CA | 858-342-5495 |
| Starlite Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-358-9766 |
| Georges at the Cove | San Diego CA | 858-454-4244 |
| Cucina Sorella | San Diego CA | 858-232-7808 |
| Donna Jean | San Diego CA | |
| Nolita Hall | San Diego CA | 619-618-8820 |
| Pacific Coast Spirits | Oceanside CA | 925-381-5392 |
| Catania La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 619-295-3173 |
| The Joint | San Diego CA | 619-222-8272 |
| Catamaran | San Diego CA | 858-488-1081 |
| Avant | San Diego CA | 858-675-8505 |
| Grass Skirt | San Diego CA | 858-412-5237 |
| Ron Oliver | San Diego | 619-295-3172 |
| Le Papagayo (Carlsbad) | Carlsbad CA | 949-235-5862 |
| Sheraton Carlsbad (7 Mile) | Carlsbad CA | 760-827-2400 |
| Rancho Valencia | Del Mar CA | 858-756-1123 |
| Animae | San Diego CA | 619-925-7908 |
| Fishery | San Diego CA | 858-272-9985 |
| Uprising Pizza | El Cajon CA | 619-928-3286 |
| Blade 1936 | Oceanside CA | 760-231-1456 |
| Ebullition Brew Works & Gastronomy | Carlsbad CA | 760-504-4492 |
| Carte Hotel | San Diego CA | 619-365-1858 |
| Shoreside Support Boat | San Diego CA | 704-277-7929 |
| Harbor Breakfast | San Diego CA | 619-888-6586 |
| Bridges at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-759-6063 |
| Pandemic Pizza | San Diego CA | 314-397-4234 |
| Gaslamp Union Kitchen & Tap | San Diego CA | 619-795-9463 |
| Morgan Run Resort and Club | Rancho Sante Fe CA | 858-756-2471 |
| Cafe Gratitude San Diego | San Diego CA | |
| Third Corner Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 619-417-9251 |
| American Pizza Manufacturing | La Jolla CA | 858-246-6756 |
| The Glen at Scripps Ranch | San Diego CA | 858-444-8500 |
| Culinary Solutions Intimate Catering | San Diego CA | 619-966-7530 |
| Third Corner Ocean Beach | San Diego CA | 619-223-2700 |
| Border X Brewing | San Diego CA | 858-405-0528 |
| Barbarella La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-454-7373 |
| Davanti Enoteca India St. | San Diego CA | |
| Saiko Sushi-North Park | San Diego CA | 619-886-6656 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Alila Marea Beach Resort | Encinitas CA | 805-539-9719 |
| Luce | San Diego CA | 619-275-2094 |
| The Farm Golf Club | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-5585 |
| Barleymash | San Diego CA | 619-276-6700 x304 |
| Union Kitchen & Tap (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-230-2337 |
| Scuderie Italia | San Diego CA | 858-352-6912 |
| Ciccia Osteria | San Diego CA | 619-674-4069 |
| Monarch | Del Mar CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Civico 1845 | San Diego CA | 574-210-4025 |
| Armonia LLC | San Diego CA | 619-724-7210 |
| Herb & Sea | Encinitas CA | 858-587-6601 |
| The Cork and Craft | San Diego CA | 858-618-2463 |
| Pendry SD (Lion Fish) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Barrel Republic Carlsbad | Carlsbad CA | 619-204-5945 |
| InterContinental Vistal Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Stake Chophouse & Bar | Coronado CA | 619-522-0077 |
| Bali Hai Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-222-1181 |
| Barrel Republic Escondido | Escondido CA | 760-795-0006 |
| Spoiled Vegans Cafe | San Diego CA | 760-972-7342 |
| Paradise Point Resort Main Kitchen | San Diego CA | 858-490-6363 |
| Javier Plascencia | Bonita CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Azuki Sushi Lounge | San Diego CA | 619-238-4760 |
| Campfire | Carlsbad CA | |
| Ballast Point Restaurant - Miramar | San Diego CA | 858-790-6900 |
| Eddie V's Prime Seafood | San Diego CA | 619-615-0281 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| The Smoking Goat | San Diego CA | 858-232-4220 |
| Pendry SD (Provisional) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Little Frenchie | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
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Ballard Farmer's Market
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesAbout 18 days ago, 3/28/21 Sharer's comments : You just can't beat local mushrooms, and these folks do fungus right! 
Kazakhfilm micro district, 17/1, Almaty, Kazakhsta
Ecofreshmarket
Washington, United StatesKazakhfilm micro district, 17/1, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 37 days ago, 3/09/21 Sharer's comments : oyster mushrooms grown in Kazakhstan 
Kalivis SA
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens L-27 About 63 days ago, 2/11/21 Sharer's comments : Oyster mushrooms 🍄 
Kazakhfilm micro district, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Ecofreshmarket
Attiki, GreeceKazakhfilm micro district, Almaty, Kazakhstan About 65 days ago, 2/09/21 Sharer's comments : Oyster mushrooms in Russian is "veshenka" 
Capitol Hill Farmers Market
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesAbout 235 days ago, 8/23/20 Sharer's comments : Can't beat fresh Blue Oyster mushrooms in a morning omelette! 
Issaquah Farmers Market
Mount Si Fungi Farm
Near NW Sammamish Rd & 11th Ave NW, Washington, United StatesAbout 278 days ago, 7/11/20 Sharer's comments : Perfect sautéed with garlic, honestly there is no wrong way to devour mushrooms! 
South Anchorage Farmers Market
Far North Fungi
Near Russian Jack Park, Alaska, United Stateshttps://www.farnorthfungi.com About 285 days ago, 7/04/20 
Ballard Farmer's Market
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesAbout 291 days ago, 6/28/20 Sharer's comments : Marble or queen oyster mushrooms - what a find! 
Kalivis SA
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens L-27 About 364 days ago, 4/16/20 Sharer's comments : Oyster mushrooms 🍄 
Kalivis SA
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens L-27 About 413 days ago, 2/27/20 Sharer's comments : Oyster mushrooms 🍄 
Ballard Farmer's Market
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesAbout 417 days ago, 2/23/20 Sharer's comments : Shimofuri - a marbled oyster variety mushroom. 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 435 days ago, 2/05/20 Sharer's comments : Beautiful Black Oyster Mushrooms 
carrefour
Near Shulin District, TaiwanAbout 495 days ago, 12/07/19 
Kalivis SA
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens L-27 About 548 days ago, 10/15/19 Sharer's comments : Oyster mushrooms 🍄 Locally grown 🇬🇷 
Central market of Athens Greece 🇬🇷
Athinagoras LTD
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceCentral market of Athens Greece G-43 About 560 days ago, 10/03/19 Sharer's comments : Oyster mushrooms 🍄 Locally grown 🇬🇷 
Leucadia Farmer's Market
Mountain meadow mushroom farm
Near Encinitas, California, United StatesAbout 662 days ago, 6/23/19 
Queen Anne Farmers Market
Skagit Gourmet Mushrooms
Near Seattle, Washington, United StatesMount Vernon, WA About 664 days ago, 6/20/19 Sharer's comments : Blue oyster - hearty, woodsy with a lovely meat texture ;) 
Ocean Beach Farmers Market
Near Coronado, California, United StatesAbout 665 days ago, 6/19/19 Sharer's comments : Rodney Kawano Farms 
Central Markets & Fisheries Organization S.A. / Farmers Market
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceTzon Kennenti, Agios Ioannis Rentis https://www.okaa.gr/ About 714 days ago, 5/02/19 Sharer's comments : Oyster mushrooms 🍄 
Central Markets & Fisheries Organization S.A. / Farmers Market
Near Athens, Attiki, GreeceTzon Kennenti, Agios Ioannis Rentis https://www.okaa.gr/ About 721 days ago, 4/25/19 Sharer's comments : Locally grown mushrooms 🍄 |
