Portobello Mushroom

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Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories: 22
Protein (g): 2.1
Fat (g): 0.35
Carbs (g): 3.9
Fiber (g): 1.3
Sodium (mg): 6

High water content so volume reduces notably when cooked. Umami-rich due to natural glutamates and nucleotides.

Storage

Room temp: up to 1 days
Refrigerated: up to 7 days
Frozen: up to 0 days

Portobello mushroom is a large, mature Agaricus bisporus with a broad, flat brown cap and dark gills. Its meaty, dense texture stands up to high heat and soaks up marinades; cooks grill whole caps, stuff and bake them, or slice for stir-fries and tacos. Sold as whole caps or pre-sliced.\n\nThis is the fully mature stage of the common button/cremini mushroom cultivated widely in Europe and North America; the Italian name rose to prominence in late 20th-century marketing. It features in Italian and modern American cuisines.