What oyster mushrooms look like
Oyster mushroom is a rather large mushroom of grayish-brown fawn color. The oyster mushroom hat has a diameter of 5 to 20 centimeters. The leg is very dense and tough, which is why it is usually thrown away and not eaten, but only hats are prepared. Oyster mushrooms grow in clusters, several pieces, and sometimes dozens of mushrooms together. Oyster mushrooms love a humid and warm environment.
Chemical composition
The chemical composition of oyster mushrooms contains all the nutrients a person needs: proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals. In terms of protein content, oyster mushrooms are similar to vegetable crops, but the amount of carbohydrates and fats that make up oyster mushrooms is higher than in vegetables.
The health benefits of oyster mushroom are that its protein, like meat protein, contains all the amino acids the body needs. Mushrooms contain vitamins C, E, D2, vitamins of group B. In terms of vitamin PP content, oyster mushrooms are considered the leader among all types of mushrooms and can compete with many vegetables. The pulp of the mushroom is 8% composed of minerals necessary for the normal growth and functioning of the body – these are calcium, potassium, iron, iodine, zinc, magnesium. The pulp of mushrooms contains enzymes that contribute to the breakdown of fats and glycogen, due to this, oyster mushrooms have a positive effect on carbohydrate and fat metabolism in the body. Oyster mushroom juice is useful in that it is able to suppress the development of E. coli and many other harmful microorganisms.
Useful Properties
Oyster mushrooms are eaten in a thermally processed form, but it is better to store them raw in the refrigerator. It is best to use glassware for storage.
The low calorie content of oyster mushrooms allows this mushroom to be considered a dietary product. But despite this, they are able to very quickly cause a feeling of satiety, and because of the long digestibility, this feeling of satiety can persist for a long time. As a result, the beneficial properties of oyster mushrooms for the human body are that eating them helps to avoid overeating.
How to cook oyster mushrooms
These mushrooms can replace meat – the composition of amino acids and vitamins in them is quite comparable to the composition of beef. How to cook oyster mushrooms? They are fried, stewed and boiled, they make excellent soups, julienne, mushroom snacks. Oyster mushrooms can also be salted.
