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Oyster mushroom
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 33 kcal —
- Protein 3.3 g 7%
- Carbohydrate 3.8 g 1%
- Fat 0.4 g 1%
- Saturated fat 0.1 g 0%
- Fibre 2.3 g 8%
- Sugars 1.1 g —
- Sodium 18 mg 1%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 2 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0.7 µg 3%
- Vitamin E 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin K 0 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.13 mg 10%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.35 mg 27%
- Niacin (B3) 5 mg 31%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 1.3 mg 26%
- Vitamin B6 0.11 mg 6%
- Folate (B9) 38 µg 10%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 48.7 mg 9%
Minerals
- Calcium 3 mg 0%
- Iron 1.3 mg 7%
- Magnesium 18 mg 4%
- Phosphorus 120 mg 10%
- Potassium 420 mg 9%
- Zinc 0.77 mg 7%
- Copper 0.24 mg 27%
- Manganese 0.11 mg 5%
- Selenium 2.6 µg 5%
Similar foods
- Pleurote mushroomsraw37 kcal / 100 g
- White pleurotus mushroomraw32 kcal / 100 g
- Pleurotus salmon mushroomraw33 kcal / 100 g
- Oystersraw65 kcal / 100 g
- Phoenix mushroom37 kcal / 100 g
- Mushroomraw12 kcal / 100 g
- Chanterelle mushroomraw32 kcal / 100 g
- Morel mushroomsraw31 kcal / 100 g
- Enoki mushroomsraw37 kcal / 100 g
- Shiitake mushroomsraw34 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Oyster mushroom
How do you cook oyster mushrooms so they brown rather than turn soggy?
Wipe them clean, tear or slice them into similar-sized pieces, then fry in a hot pan in a single layer with a little oil. Leave them undisturbed for a few minutes so their moisture can evaporate and the edges brown; cook for about 5–8 minutes in total.
Do you need to wash oyster mushrooms before cooking?
Brush off loose dirt or wipe the caps with a damp cloth. If they are very dirty, rinse them briefly and dry them thoroughly; soaking makes them harder to brown.
How should you store oyster mushrooms?
Keep them unwashed in a paper bag or loosely wrapped in the fridge, and use them within a few days. If you have more than you can use, cook them first, cool them quickly and freeze in a sealed container.
What goes well with oyster mushrooms?
Their savoury, slightly chewy texture works well with garlic, thyme, parsley, soy sauce and lemon. Add browned oyster mushrooms to risotto, pasta, ramen, stir-fries or toast.
Can you use oyster mushrooms instead of meat?
You can use torn oyster mushrooms in place of shredded chicken or pork in tacos, sandwiches and stir-fries. Brown them well first; they bring a chewy texture and savoury flavour, but not the same protein content as meat.
Are oyster mushrooms the same as ordinary mushrooms?
No. Oyster mushrooms grow in overlapping, fan-shaped clusters with short, off-centre stems, while the familiar white mushroom has a rounded cap and central stem. Oyster mushrooms also tend to have a more fibrous texture when cooked.
Can you eat oyster mushrooms raw?
They are usually cooked, which softens their texture and brings out their savoury flavour. For a more tender result, cook them until browned and piping hot rather than adding them raw to a salad.
Source: Canadian Nutrient File 4866 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
