Our Mushrooms

Blue oyster mushrooms are a unique and delicious ingredient that can add a new dimension to your culinary creations. These mushrooms have a beautiful deep blue hue that fades to grey as they age, and a subtle flavour. They have a tender, meaty texture that makes them perfect for a variety of dishes. You can pan-fry or roast them for a crispy treat, add them to soups or stews, or enjoy them with roasted potatoes or in stir fries. Blue oyster mushrooms are also easy to grow at home, so you can experiment with growing your own with one of our Grow Kits. They are a great way to jazz up your standard meals and add a ton of flavour and texture. 

Shiitake mushrooms are a delicious and nutritious addition to your diet. They have a rich, earthy flavor and a meaty texture that makes them a great substitute for meat in vegetarian dishes. Shiitake mushrooms are versatile and can be used in a variety of dishes. They are great in stir-fries, soups, stews, and salads. You can also use them as a meat substitute in vegetarian dishes. 

These mushrooms are also packed with nutrients that can help boost your health. Shiitake mushrooms are a rich source of copper, selenium, and vitamin D. They also contain beta-glucans that reduce inflammation and help prevent the intestines from absorbing cholesterol. Here are some of the health benefits of shiitake mushrooms:

• Improve heart health: Shiitake mushrooms contain eritadenine, a compound known to reduce cholesterol levels in the blood.

• Support immune health: Shiitake mushrooms are rich in polysaccharides like lentinans and other beta-glucans. These compounds protect against cell damage, help your immune system, and boost white blood cell production for fighting off microbes. Polysaccharides also have anti inflammatory properties

• Shiitake mushrooms contain kojic acid which has been shown to help reduce the appearance of age spots and other skin conditions. 

Lion’s Mane mushrooms are known for their culinary and health benefits. 

Lion’s Mane offer a mildly sweet flavour and a tender texture that mimics shellfish like scallops, crab or lobster. 

If you’re looking to add Lion’s Mane mushrooms to your diet, consider trying them in a stir-fry, soup, or sautéed with garlic butter. 

Lion’s Mane mushrooms contain various proteins, fiber, B vitamins, and have a powerful antioxidant action. They are particularly beneficial for the brain, preventing Alzheimer’s, anxiety and depression, and strengthening the immune system. They reduce inflammation and oxidative stress, help control symptoms of Alzheimer’s and reduce the risk of heart disease. They are a good source of essential vitamins such as thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, manganese, zinc and potassium. 

Queensland white oyster mushrooms are a delicious and nutritious addition to your diet. Queensland White Oyster mushrooms are a versatile and delicious culinary mushroom that can be used in a variety of dishes. These mushrooms can be stir fried, cooked into soups or pastas, can be battered and fried or even made into jerky, and have a variety of health benefits. 

Rich in nutrients, Oyster mushrooms are loaded with fibre, vitamins and minerals and are a good source of antioxidants that help reduce cellular damage to your body. 

Pink oyster mushrooms are a rare and delicious species of edible fungi that can enhance the flavour of any dish. They are versatile and can pair nicely with plenty of other items. Having a mild nutty flavour and a meaty texture Pink Oyster mushrooms suit pastas, stir fries and a variety of other dishes. When cooked, pink oyster mushrooms taste both meaty and slightly fishy, and when fried till they are crisp with a little smoked paprika , they taste almost like ham or bacon. The mushrooms may also taste a bit like scallops when cooked. Texture-wise, they’re meaty and chewy. 

They are a great source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants and are low in carbs.

If you’re looking for a new ingredient to add to your cooking repertoire, pink oyster mushrooms are a great choice. They are easy to prepare and can be used in a variety of dishes.

Yellow Oyster mushrooms are a versatile and delicious ingredient that can add a unique flavour to your dishes. They have a delicate nutty flavour that pairs well with ginger, soy, garlic, tomatoes, chives, thyme, parsley, marjoram, seafood, pork and Asian vegetables. They are perfect for stir-fries, soups, pasta dishes, and more. They can be sautéed, stir-fried, or added to soups to create a rich and flavorful broth. You can also use them as a meat substitute in many dishes.

Phoenix Mushrooms: The Summer Delight

Are you looking for a delicious and nutritious way to spice up your summer meals? Look no further than phoenix mushrooms, the versatile and flavorful fungi that grow in warm weather.

Phoenix mushrooms are a flavoursome and versatile mushroom suited to a range of dishes. Also known as Indian, Italian, or lung oyster mushrooms, are a type of oyster mushroom that have a pale beige to tan color, a fan-shaped cap, and a short stem. They have a mild and nutty taste, and a tender and chewy texture that makes them perfect for stir-fries, soups, salads, and more.

But phoenix mushrooms are not only tasty, they are also good for you. They are rich in protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that can boost your immune system, lower your cholesterol, also known for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. 

King oyster mushrooms are native to the Mediterranean regions of Europe, Middle East and Africa and are very popular in Chinese, Japanese and Korean cuisines. Kings have a meaty texture and a rich Umami flavour making them  a popular substitute for meat and seafood. They can be grilled, sautéed and braised or just throw them on the Barby! 

If you are looking for a vegan alternative Kings are perfect. Slice the stems about 1cm thick and sautéed until golden then add some soy or teriyaki sauce and enjoy some mushroom scallops! Overall they are a versatile and delicious ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes.