Hated mushrooms all life until I grew out of my shell. Shiitake mushrooms are not cheap. They’re really worth the price?
Discussion
I also hated mushrooms until I came across a stall at the local farmer’s market and tried some of the different varieties of oyster mushrooms, lion’s mane, and more recently shiitake that they sell. That box of shiitake was Australian $12. Not as cheap as some other varieties at supermarkets but not too expensive either.
During lent my Dad went hardcore. Told me how a Portabella can mimic a meat patty for a burger. ( if done right )
Lion’s mane has a very meaty texture too so can be good as a meat substitute. The flavour is a bit milder, I’ve seen it described more like shellfish rather than meat though.
I’ve taken supplements and it’s Lion’s Mane . Never tried it. I know people that go hunting for Morells. Still haven’t tried it.
Morels are great too. I’ve occasionally been able to buy them here but not common as from what I’ve been told there is only a short season for them and they can really only available by foraging.
Thinking back to the first time I had a mushroom that I didn’t spit out was my grandma’s wake’s luncheon. It was real food. I was seven