Skip to main content

Mushroom benefits and use | Monica's Archives

Mushrooms are edible fungus that can provide several important nutrients. The many kinds of mushroom have varying compositions and nutritional profiles. Today, let us talk about oyster mushrooms which have numerous benefits especially being low in calories and high in fiber.
Here is a quick look at why oyster mushrooms are so good for us.
Oyster mushrooms are:
Ø  Low in calories
Ø  Fat free
Ø  Cholesterol-free
Ø  Gluten-free
Ø  Very low in sodium
They are high in:
Ø  Protein and fiber
Ø  Iron, zinc, potassium, phosphorus and selenium
Ø  Vitamins B1, B3, B5 and B12
Ø  Vitamin C & vitamin D
Medicinal properties:
Ø  Cholesterol lowering
Ø  Anti-oxidant
Ø  Anti cancer
At times, it becomes difficult to get fresh mushrooms, so I got a very nice product - mushroom powder. It can be used as per your requirement. It can be used in your soups, curries, rice, pasta, noodles etc. It gives the dish a creamy texture along with being delicious and nutritious. 
I am giving the recipe for mushroom soup from mushroom powder which is easy to make, delicious and nutritious. Do give it a try and let me know your experience. One thing to be kept in mind is that mushroom powder should be cooked and cannot be used raw in any dish.
Oyster mushroom powder soup (4 cups)
·         Onion (chopped)                        - 2 medium
·         Garlic (chopped)                       - 4 cloves
·         Oyster mushroom powder     - 1 ½ tbsp
·         Pepper                                       - ½ tsp
·         Olive oil                                     - 1 ½ tbsp
·         Milk                                           - 1 cup
·         Vegetable stock                      - 2 cups
·         Water                              -  1 cup
·         Salt to taste
Method:
Heat oil in pan, add garlic, onion, sauté a little till onion turns pinkish, add oyster mushroom powder and roast for a minute. Add ½ cup water, boil and leave to cool down. Make puree in mixture and sieve. Add milk and vegetable stock along with salt and pepper. Adjust consistency with water. Simmer for 10 minutes. Garnish with cream and garlic bread.


Note: Vegetable stock can be replaced with chicken stock. Instead of stock, can use magic cubes.
“Enjoy taste with health.


Labels

Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Managing Diabetes

Diabetes affects almost all parts of the body. It leads to the starvation of cells throughout the body. In addition, the blood that contains high levels of sugar goes to all parts of the body, so any part that is sensitive to high blood sugar is affected. High blood sugar can result in damage to the large and small blood vessels, nerve damage and can increase risk of infections. In the long run, not controlling diabetes can damage important organs, like the heart, kidneys, eyes and nerves which can lead to heart disease,   brain stroke, gangrene and leg amputation, eye bleeding, blindness, kidney damage, difficulty in bladder control, infections like pneumonia, skin infections etc. It is necessary to keep your blood sugar in control. Family support is crucial for managing chronic conditions but it is often overlooked.  Diabetic needs support from family members, mostly from their spouses and children. Their family members should encourage  and motivate them to fig...
8 comments
Read more

Is microwave food healthy?

Today, microwave oven has occupied a prominent place in the modern kitchen due to its convenience, time saving. They are fast and efficient. Is microwave food healthy? This is the most concerned question, though we all use it daily. Let us learn about microwaves today. ·          Microwave ovens convert electric energy into electromagnetic waves. These waves stimulate molecules in our food to heat it up. ·          We have a mindset that radiations are bad for us. However, this is not the type of radiation associated with atomic bombs and nuclear disasters. ·          Microwave ovens produce non-ionizing radiation, which is similar to radiation from our cell phone, which are much stronger. Light is also electromagnetic radiation, so all radiations are not bad. ·          Microwave ovens have metal shields and metal ...
7 comments
Read more

SEED MIX

Seeds are powerhouse of nutrients and have a number of health benefits. They contain healthy fats, vegetarian protein, fibre and many important vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. They reduce the risk of certain diseases as well. Some important features of these 5 seeds are: Flax seeds – Rich in fibre and omega-3 fats. Helps in reducing the risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer,        lowers cholesterol and blood pressure. Pumpkin seeds – Good source of phosphorus, magnesium, manganese. They help in improving heart health and urinary disorders. Sunflower seeds – Rich source of healthy fats and vitamin E. Helps in reducing cholesterol levels and inflammation. Sesame seeds – Along with other nutrients it has zinc and calcium. Helps in bone health. Muskmelon seeds – Enriched with vitamin A, C, E. Improves vision, fights cold. INGREDIENTS: Flax seeds          ...
4 comments
Read more