An exotic mix of organic oysters, mistake and cremini mushrooms roasted to perfection

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These roasted chefs mix mushrooms are hearty and delicious. Organic oysters, maitake and cremini mushrooms are the stars. Furthermore, they can be added to pasta or rice dishes. These beloved mushrooms have an abundance of chewy meaty textures. They taste earthy and woody. And the oyster mushrooms adds a slight seafood like taste. For added flavoring, a simple aromatics mix like fresh garlic, rosemary and thyme suits the mushrooms.

What kind of mushrooms are considered Chefs Mix?

For this roasted chefs mix mushrooms, a choice of premium organic oysters, mistake and cremini works magic. They created a brilliant meaty, chewy texture. And the flavor is earthy and seafood like. However, chefs mushrooms mixes vary. Some mixes include chanterelles, morels, black trumpets, shitake, porcini, to name a few.

Importantly, the mushrooms selection depends on the flavor profile and the texture of the dish that chefs want. Why use this roasted chefs mix mushrooms combination? Let’s review the texture and flavor profiles.

First, the velvety dense texture of the oyster mushrooms and the mild nutty seafood-like flavor compliments the maitake. Second, the maitake mushrooms has a deep earthy woodsy flavor. And the the texture is chewy. Hence, they balance the velvety seafood-like flavor and velvety texture of oyster mushrooms. The maitake mushrooms are usually referred to as “the hen of the woods.”

Lastly, the choice of cremini with its mild earthy flavor and meaty texture adds a hearty component to the mixture. Moreover, they are usually easy to find in local grocery stores produce aisle. Additionally, they are the young version of portobello mushrooms. Therefore, baby Bellas are a perfect substitute.

Are mushrooms healthy?

Overall, mushrooms are very healthy. This roasted chefs mix mushrooms are a good source of antioxidants, vitamins, fiber and protein. They are low carb as well. Additionally, mushrooms are a great choice to replace meat. Hence, a perfect addition to a plant-based diet.

Importantly, mushrooms are one of the few foods that naturally contains vitamin D – (Here’s What Experts Say| Time.com). Mushrooms a great addition to any diet because of its impressive nutritional benefits. Impressively, the fact that it contains Vitamin D is one of the main reason I eat them regularly. Yikes… my skin is allergic to the sun.

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