DRIED BLACK: Richly-flavored, aromatic mushroom that combines well with most ingredients Soak in enough warm water to cover for 30 minutes before using SNOW: Also known as grass mushrooms Suble flavor with a crunchy texture Available in cans TREE MUSHROOMS (EARS): Also known as cloud ears or wood ears
Many varieties beside the common white button mushroom are in supermarkets now Shitake and portabella mushrooms have received the most attention You can experiment in your cooking by substituting one type of mushroom for another and savor the flavor change
Edible fungi used for flavouring soups and some meat dishes In Northern India, fresh, dried, or canned mushrooms are used for pulaos and some gravies N