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British Columbia Wild Mushrooms - Dried

These wild mushrooms are picked with respect and care towards nature. They are handled gently and delicately because most mushrooms are sensitive to rough handling and bruise easily. Quality suffers when appropriate care isn't taken throughout the harvesting and processing stages. This is one of the reasons why small, family operations can often have the best quality products.

A small amount of dried mushrooms can go a long way in your kitchen, and they can last for years when stored properly. Store unused mushrooms in an air-tight container in a cool, dry, dark place — your cupboard, cabinet or pantry is usually fine. They can be crumbled and added directly to soups, sauces or stews. For use in other recipes, or to saute by themselves (the best way to really experience the flavour!), rehydrate by soaking in very warm water (or stock, or wine) for 30 - 45 minutes, depending on size and variety. Morels take a little less time, around 20 - 30 minutes. Check the look and feel to see when they're ready. Drain well. Be sure to strain (fine sieve or cheesecloth) and save the soaking liquid — you've now created a rich, mushroom stock for use in your favourite recipes!

Don't forget, all these products are available for local delivery within Prince George city limits. Delivery is just $10, or free with orders of $40 or more! Just pick your faves and contact us for delivery and payment details.

Dried Jumbo Morel Mushrooms

Rare, popular and good-lookin', the Jumbo Morel is the rock star of the forest floor. A complex flavour — earthy, nutty, toasted, rich and deep — and a distinct meaty texture. Also, a phenomenal natural source of vitamin D. Plus, rehydrates very well — up to 90% of its original size. Definitely a show-off.

Dried Morel Mushrooms

Everything you get in a Jumbo Morel, only in fun-size! Delicious, nutritious, bold and beautiful. Iron Chef Alex Guarnaschelli calls it the "sacred mushroom." Chefs are heavily into food worship. You might be too, after trying this incredible mushroom.

Golden Chanterelle Mushrooms

If the Jumbo Morel is the rock star of mushrooms, the Golden Chanterelle is the diva. A flamboyant yellow colour makes them stand out in the forest, and their mild, nutty taste can be extravagantly adorned with the flavour and fragrance of apricots in some species. Shameless.

Hawk's Wing Mushrooms
(Scaly Hedgehog)

This mushroom gets nowhere near the respect it deserves. Big and bold in the wild, with the striking markings that give it its name, The Hawk's Wing has a robust and meaty texture that belies its mild and earthy flavour. Some report a fruity aroma, like watermelon. This mushroom is full of contradictions.

Porcini Mushrooms
(King Bolete)

Porcini mushrooms are often described as nutty and earthy, with a meaty flavour and texture. Dried porcini add a deep, mushroom flavor to broths or sauces and, once rehydrated, have a pleasant texture. Pumped up with protein, they outmuscle most plant sources, with the exception of soybeans.

Yellow Foot Mushrooms
(Winter Chanterelles)

Stronger, but less fruity, than the Golden Chanterelle, chefs prize the Yellow Foot for its buttery taste, delicate texture, and sunny disposition. This small mushroom adds a big splash of colour and flavour. Good things, small packages, and all that.

Cat Pine Mushrooms

A mild taste and firm flesh make the Cat Pine a good addition to soups and stews. An unassuming mushroom, with a subtle cucumber aroma, the Cat Pine just wants to blend in, and be a team player in your recipes. A favourite of Tibetans, who value its medicinal properties, and laid-back attitude.

Hedgehog Mushrooms

A cousin of the flashy Golden Chanterelle, the Hedgehog has a similar taste -- sweet and nutty -- with a little more of that traditional, meaty mushroom texture, and a lot less of the Chanterelle's fruity aroma. In the culinary world, the two are frequently considered interchangeable, but most agree that the Hedgehog is way less pretentious.

Aspen Bolete Mushrooms

Typically found hanging around in aspen groves, pretending to be boring, the Aspen Bolete's mild taste and aroma is concentrated by dehydrating, bringing out a much richer mushroom flavour. The sturdy stem will require more cooking time than the softer cap, so remember to add it to the pan first if you're going to saute these deceptively tasty mushrooms.

Wild Mushroom Blend Bits

A convenient and economical way to add some wild flavour to practically everything you eat! A 6-mushroom blend of chanterelles, porcini, hedgehogs, yellow foot, morels, and hawk's wings brings a burst of concentrated mushroom essence to soups, stews, sauces, rice, risotto, meatballs and more. It can be sprinkled on salads, scrambled eggs, and roasted vegetables, or added to your favourite meat rub for an all-new taste experience. All the natural nutrients, vitamins and minerals are packed in there, too, so it's one of the most delicious health foods you can eat. Experimenting is encouraged. Explosions of flavour are possible. Use with wild abandon.

1/2 ounce package.

$5.00 CAD

British Columbia Wild Mushroom PowderBits

Wild Mushroom Blend Powder

So, maybe our Wild Mushroom Bits aren't quite concentrated enough for you. Well, why not try our select 6-mushroom blend in powdered form? Frequently sold as health supplements, powdered mushrooms intensify both nutrients and flavour in a convenient, economical form that's incredibly versatile. Use it in all the suggested recipes for our Bits, plus anywhere you require a finer product, such as mixing with flour for pasta-making and baking. Some caution is required, since this product comes dangerously close to achieving critical flavour mass. Use too much, and boom! A mushroom cloud of rich aroma and flavour will fill your kitchen, escape through your window, and attract neighbors and passersby. Which is fine, if you've got enough to go around. If not, be prepared to discourage visitors, perhaps with a large dog or sharp stick.

1/2 ounce package.

$5.00 CAD

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Orders are shipped via Canada Post, with estimated 5 - 7 day delivery. A flat-rate shipping charge of $20 is applied to orders under $100. Shipping is free on orders over $100. Orders are securely processed by PayPal. If you don't have, or want, a PayPal account, you can use the PayPal Guest Checkout with any major credit card. At this time, we can only ship online orders within Canada. For international orders, please contact us, and we'll happily make special arrangements for your delivery.