(Pholiota microspora)

Used in Asian cultures for its medicinal effects like the other exotic mushrooms it is rich in healthy antioxidants, fats, vitamins, minerals, beneficial fibre and carbohydrates. A popular mushroom in the Japanese soup miso, this wonderful mushroom can enhance almost any dish. Its has an earthy, forest flavour that is enhanced when sautéed. Its silky texture withstands the sautéing process well. Described as having a cashew-butterscotch aroma it is often used to thicken soups or stews.

Enjoy with a glass of Pinot Noir and rich foods such as red meats, fowl, dark green veg and shallots.

About the Producer

Garryhinch Wood Exotic is a long-standing family run farm by Joe & Dolores Gorman. The Organic farm is located on the banks of the river Barrow on the borders of counties Laois and Offaly.

They have been in mushroom farming for over 30 years supplying appetising and nutritious mushrooms for the retail sector, food services sector and farmers markets all across Ireland.

At present, they grow a wide range of wild exotic organic mushrooms which are cultivated on wooden blocks made from trees sourced from sustainable managed forests. These tasty mushrooms have a high nutritional value, and have also amazing benefits like lowering cholesterol, helps to fight infection and builds the immune system.

Garryhinch Mushrooms, 2023

Seasonality

Jan-Dec