How to prepare and clean mushrooms?
To properly prepare the mushrooms after picking, it is first necessary to eliminate the parts that are too hard and the soil residues.
Mushrooms absorb water massively, so it is advisable not to soak them or pass them under water.
To clean them, you can use a mushroom brush or a slightly damp cloth.
If they are really too earthy, then pass them quickly in a little lemon water.
Then the mushrooms can be dried with a dry kitchen towel or kitchen paper.
The mushrooms are then cut into quarters, strips or brunoise.
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How to cook mushrooms correctly?
For optimal cooking, the mushrooms can be sautéed.
We are talking about sweat.
Simply brown the mushrooms in a knob of butter or a little oil, then stir when the mushrooms begin to brown.
Cooking takes about 10 minutes, and the seasoning (salt, lemon, pepper, parsley) is done at the end, so as to avoid the mushrooms disgorging.
To cook mushrooms, you can also use an oven, preheated to 180°, depending on the chosen recipe.
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How to prevent mushrooms from releasing water?
Mushrooms contain a lot of water, which can release during cooking and spoil the taste of the dish or make it too liquid.
To drain the mushrooms, cook them over low heat in a knob of butter or a drizzle of oil.
Water is removed by evaporation.
Cooking can then resume on a more intense heat.
How to prepare button mushrooms?
Button mushrooms are among the most popular and consumed mushrooms in France.
The first step in preparation is to clean them effectively.
After cutting the feet, it is best to use a damp cloth to rinse them.
Going under water is not recommended, button mushrooms are real absorbent sponges.
The second step is the preparation of button mushrooms.
Mushrooms can be cooked whole, or they can be cut into thin strips, small quarters, julienne…
How to cook button mushrooms?
In a pan, brown a little oil and butter over high heat, then add the Paris mushrooms.
Cooking takes about 10 minutes, and it is necessary to stir the mushrooms when they begin to brown.
If the Paris mushrooms are of a good size, it is best to opt for baking in the oven (preheated to 180°).
Place the Paris mushrooms on a dish, lined with olive oil.
It takes 10 to 15 minutes to cook.
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How do you know if the mushrooms are cooked?
To know if the mushrooms are cooked, just look at their color, which should look golden.
Mushrooms should be tender, which can be checked by pressing a fork on them.
Be careful, if a sour smell escapes or if the mushrooms show stains, then the mushrooms are no longer edible.