Lobster Mushroom Recipes
Lobster mushrooms, also known as Hypomyces lactifluorum, are a type of parasitic fungus that grows on host mushrooms, typically boletes.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lobster mushrooms trimmed and cleaned
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the lobster mushrooms and cook until browned and tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds more, until fragrant.
- Deglaze the pan with the white wine and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Serve over pasta, rice, or toast.
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Notes
Variations
Add a splash of lemon juice to the sauce for a brighter flavor.
Stir in chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, thyme, or rosemary.
Top with toasted bread crumbs for a crunchy texture.
Tips for Cooking with Lobster Mushrooms
Lobster mushrooms can be found fresh, dried, or frozen. Fresh lobster mushrooms are the best quality, but dried and frozen mushrooms can also be used.
If using dried lobster mushrooms, soak them in warm water for 30 minutes before using.
Lobster mushrooms can be cooked in a variety of ways, including sautéing, grilling, roasting, and baking.
When cooking lobster mushrooms, be careful not to overcook them, as they can become tough.
Lobster mushrooms can be used in a variety of dishes, both hot and cold.
Nutrition
Calories: 267kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 6gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 69mgSodium: 214mgPotassium: 420mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 841IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 86mgIron: 1mg
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