Basin Mushrooms
1/2 lb. Elm Mushroom
1/2 lb. Elm Mushroom
A delicious mushroom that is very versatile in cooking! A lovely meaty texture and delicate flavor packed with exceptionally large caps makes Hypsizygus ulmarius (elm) a common go to for anything from omelettes to creamy mushroom soup.
They’re a great low-fat source of protein for vegetarians and vegans, on a dry weight basis, contain approximately:
- 23.6% protein
- 2.2% fat
- 52.4% carbohydrates
- 12.9% fiber
It contains many essential minerals and vitamins and is medicinal as well. Studies show that elm oyster mushrooms (Hypsizygus ulmarius) possess antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-tumor properties.