Lion’s mane
Meaty texture and shellfish flavour
Lion’s mane
Native to North America, Europe and Asia, lion’s mane mushroom has immense health benefits. Due to its characteristic look, it’s also known as the pom-pom mushroom.
Lion’s Mane
Binomial name: Hericium Erinaceus (Lion’s Mane or Pom-pom mushroom)
Production protocol: biologically produced in sterilized sawdust substrate.
Harvest: mushrooms are selected, picked, and packaged manually.
Features: Lion’s mane mushrooms are highly nutritious, rich in protein, and important minerals that normally aren’t found in everyday foods, like selenium and zinc.
Taste: this mushroom is a gastronomical treat, thanks to its singular aromatic, and flavour resemblance to shellfish. It possesses a meaty texture that can be compared to lobster.
Culinary suggestions: there are several ways to cook these mushrooms, but they’re normally sliced and sauteed with vegetables, or used in sauces, soups, and other dishes.
Trivia:
Due to improving cognitive functions, it’s known as the “intelligence” mushroom. It stimulates and regulates myelin development considerably faster. Lion’s mane mushroom also works as a natural supplement that helps every brain function.
Nutritional value /100g
| Calories | 138kj/33kcal |
| Fat | <0,5g |
| Saturated Fat | <0,1g |
| Carbohydrates | 4,1g |
| Sudar | 0,5g |
| Fibre | 3,6g |
| Protein | 2,3g |
| Sodium | 0,03g |