By Nikita Toppo
August 30, 2023
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Identified as superfoods, mushrooms can be used to prepare a variety of dishes. They are an ideal source of many nutrients for vegetarians. Here are top eleven types of mushrooms found in India.
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Being mild in taste, they are the most common types of mushrooms found in India.
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These mushrooms are popular all over the world for their meaty texture and earthy flavour.
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Shiitake has a richer flavour than most mushrooms and is used in soups, steamed, simmered and stir-fried vegetarian dishes.
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Oyster mushrooms are one of the biggest types of mushrooms and they mainly grow on decaying wood.
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Popular during summer, this variety of mushrooms mainly grow in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Odisha.
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Also known as enokitake, they have a mild and delicate fruity flavour.
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Shimeji mushrooms have cracked, speckled brown caps and white base and are known to have a sweet nutty flavour.
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These are large mushrooms with a cap that can grow up to 12 inches in diameter.
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Being popular during summer season, it is one of the easiest mushrooms to cultivate.
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Morel mushrooms are a delicacy in many parts of the world and are known for their unique flavour and texture.
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It is one of the most expensive mushrooms and is mostly cultivated in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Jammu and Kashmir.
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