Gypsy Mushroom
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About
The gypsy mushroom is an edible mushroom that grows all over forested areas and has a cinnamon spice flavor.
Information
Translations: Gypsy Μανιτάρια, Čigonų Mushroom, الغجر الفطر, Gypsy Huby, Ţiganilor de ciuperci, Gypsy gljiva, Gypsy Houby, Gypsy Nấm, צועני פטריות, 吉普赛蘑菇, 집시 버섯, Hitano kabute, जिप्सी मशरूम, Цыганский Mushroom, Циганський Mushroom, ジプシーのきのこ, Циган гљива, Gypsy Jamur, Цигански гъби
Physical Description
Tan cap with wrinkled margins. Thick, pale stalk.
Colors: yellow-orange to orange-brown
Tasting Notes
Flavors: mint, cinnamon
Mouthfeel: Tender, Spicy
Food complements: Beef, Rice, Tomato
Selecting and Buying
Seasonality: august, september, opctober
Choosing: Make sure to discard tough stalks.
Procuring: Gypsy mushrooms grow mostly in northern zones, especially with conifer trees.