N&G Oyster
£18.00
The N&G Oyster Mushroom is a rare and recent find imported from North America. Rich in Unami flavour, and chewy in texture, this easy-to-grow mushroom kit will produce kilos of fine gourmet mushrooms
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Summary
A unique mushroom rarely found outside of the US, the N&G Oyster Mushroom was originally spawned from a mushroom found on a farm in Tenessee in the United States and is a great mushroom to grow for beginners.
Rich in Unami flavour, the N&G Mushroom makes a tasty supplement to just about any meal.
The N&G got its name because the farm where the mushrooms were found in Jefferson County, near Knoxville, belonged to the Nan and Grandpa of the owners of Mossy Creek Mushrooms, a mushroom growing business in the US.
The N&G Oyster Mushroom Description and Taste
This flavoursome mushroom has a mild nutty taste and a distinct chewy texture. The striking white N&G Oyster mushroom grows in cluster form with white lined gills underneath.
Not the biggest of Oyster Mushrooms, the N&G Oyster Mushroom grows between 3 – 25cm.
What are the Uses of the N&G Oyster Mushroom?
The N&G Oyster Mushroom is definitely one for lovers of rare gourmet mushrooms. Rich in flavour, the N&G Oyster Mushroom is a great addition to just about meal. Meanwhile, because of its thick texture, the N&G Oyster mushroom can work as a meat substitute or as a replacement for seafood.
This easy-to-grow mushroom can also work as a standalone meal, bringing flavour and substance to any plate.
Due to its only recent introduction into the mushroom world, there are no definitive examples of medical uses as yet, but the N&G Oyster Mushroom can be used in a low-calories, immune system-boosting diet.
Nutrients
The N&G Oyster, as well as being crazily low in calories, is packed full of minerals and nutrients.
This is a great mushroom for boosting the body’s immune system and you’ll find plenty of potassium and vitamins B, B6, C and D.
How to Store N&G Oyster Mushrooms?
The N&G Oyster Mushroom needs to be stored correctly to get the most out of it, as it perishes quicker than most mushrooms.
Never wash or rinse the N&G Oyster mushroom. Instead, clean with a damp towel. Place in a paper bag in the middle of the refrigerator, so they can breathe, and the N&G Oyster Mushroom can be kept for between 6 – 8 days.
Freezing the N&G Oysterr Mushrooms involves cutting into smaller slices and placing them in an airtight container in the freezer. This will keep them fresh for at least 6 months
It is possible to hydrate the N&G Oyster Mushroom and keep it for a year, To rehydrate, simply place the closed container in a bowl of warm water.
Out in the Wild
Orignatting from North America, the N&G Oyster Mushroom is found growing on hardwood trees.
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Growing Tips
Use a sharp and clean knife, and make 2 incisions corner to corner of the window in the bag (making an X shape), exposing the substrate block. Water with a few squirts from a spray bottle. Place upright in a light, well-ventilated area with the opening facing daylight but not in direct sunlight. Your mushrooms will grow best at temperatures between 18ºC-22ºC.
Harvest the mushrooms when they are no longer doubling in size. To pick, reach underneath, grabbing the mushrooms at the base of the stem and twist firmly to release.
- What is the difference between the N&G Oyster mushroom and other mushrooms?The N&G Oyster Mushroom has a nutter taste than other Oyster mushrooms and a more distinct chewier texture than found in some other Oyster mushrooms. The brilliant white colour of the fruit of the N&G Oyster mushroom stands out from other Oyster Mushrooms. Also, its ability to grow in near enough any conditions, makes the N&G Oyster a great mushroom to grow for beginners.
- Can you eat the N&G oyster mushroom raw?Although safe to eat raw, the N&G Oyster Mushroom has a noticeable metallic taste and is better cooked
- How many N&G Oyster Mushrooms per flush?The N&GMushroom is a high-yielding strain of mushrooms. On average, you can expect between 1.5 - 2 kgs per flush.
- How long does the N&G Oyster Mushrooms take to grow?The N&G Oyster mushroom is a quick grower taking as little as 14 days to fully grow.
- How many flushes can the N&G Oyster Mushrooms produce?The N&G Oyster Mushroom will produce between 2 - 3 flushes
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