Source: Spices Of Life

Quick Bites: Chinese mushrooms

Title: Quick Bites: Chinese mushrooms

Published: Tue, 11 Mar 2008

Description: Have you noticed the AMAZING selection of mushrooms in the produce section of your local supermarket?? Forget the button mushrooms and check out the portobello’s, cremiini, shiitake and “dance for joy” maitakes. And they are especially memorable seasoned with garlic and a little soy and added to stir-fries, soups, stews, and to season noodles or rice. But the other remarkable thing about certain types of Chinese mushrooms is their proven health-giving benefits So Watch the Video and see the additional benefits mushrooms bring to the table. BTW, don’t worry about slurping your noodles…. Japanese chefs consider it a sign of appreciation that you are enjoying the dish!!

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