Mushrooms Price in Pakistan

Mushroom Brands in Pakistan

Famous brands such as Italia, DewDrop, Mr. Mushroom, Domee, Kinoko. House of Mushroom, Freshly, all sell a high-quality great-tasting variety of mushrooms. They are commonly sold as fresh or canned containing them whole, chopped or sliced. Amongst the best quality grown in Pakistan are the oyster, white, golden oyster, phoenix oyster and the pink oyster mushrooms. They are found across Pakistan and are mostly available after the monsoon season. 

Use in Multiple Cuisines

Mushrooms are extensively used in various cuisines such as Chinese, European, Korean, Japanese, Thai, and Vietnamese etc. They are used in everyday cooking and in some cultures, they are still considered a delicacy. Most people find their taste and texture akin to that of meat or lobster. The taste can range from bland, slightly salty, nutty, smoky, earthy to even a little sweet depending on the type you buy. 

Mushroom Recipes & Dishes

Pakistani cuisine doesn't make use of mushrooms much but in the recent past, Pakistani households have started incorporating these healthy fungi to their food. Some of the best-known dishes are mushroom masala, mushroom karahi, butter mushrooms, lemon mushrooms with chicken, mushroom biryani etc. 

Other popular dishes from around the world are mushroom pizza, mushroom risotto, mushroom sauce, garlic sauteed mushrooms, creamy mushroom pasta, seared mushrooms with garlic and thyme, sautéed shiitake mushrooms, cream of mushroom soup etc. 

Popular Mushroom Types

1. White Button Mushrooms 

2. Oyster Mushrooms

3. Shiitake Mushrooms

4. Portobello Mushrooms

5. Cremini Mushrooms

6. Chanterelle Mushrooms

7. King Oyster Mushrooms

8. Porcini Mushrooms

9. Black Trumpet Mushrooms

10. Matsutake Mushrooms

Nutritional Value

B vitamins such as riboflavin, niacin, and pantothenic acid are found abundantly in mushrooms. They are also loaded with vitamin D and calcium but it depends on the type you select. The best thing about these fungi is that they have absolutely no cholesterol, fat and are low in calories and sodium.  Consuming a cup of raw uncooked mushrooms will give you 1 to 2 grams of protein.

Health Benefits

Eating mushrooms on a regular basis can help you grow your hair long and make your skin glow. It also assists the body in the production of required hormones and helps carry oxygen and nutrients to all parts of the body. The fungi reduce the risk of bone-related diseases and help maintain a good digestive system. 

Tips & Comments

It is important that you buy mushrooms from authentic sellers and brands. They are considered high allergen food items and can be poisonous if not bought from the right source. If you are someone who is allergic to mold, chances are that you will also be allergic to mushrooms. It is also important that you store your mushrooms properly.

Unwashed fresh variety should be wrapped in a paper bag and placed in the refrigerator. This prevents them from getting soggy and bad by absorbing extra moisture from them and keeping them fresh longer. To store canned mushrooms properly once they are open, freeze them in a heavy-duty freezer bag or airtight containers.