Needle Mushroom
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Major Growing Areas
Originally from Japan, needle mushrooms are now very common. They are widely grown worldwide, for example in Japan, South Korea, Europe, China and North America.
Varieties
Also known as enoki mushroom. The needle mushrooms that we usually eat are chewy, with a creamy white colour and long, thin stems. There is also a wild variety with golden yellow caps and shorter stems.
Nutritional Values
Needle mushrooms are quite rich in water, which accounts for about 90% of their weights. They are also rich in dietary fibre and vitamin B complex. The amount of vitamin B3 in 1 bowl of needle mushrooms is approximately equivalent to ½ of the recommended daily intake, helping the body convert food into energy.
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| Per 100 g |
| Energy |
37 kcal |
| Dietary Fibre |
2.7 g |
| Vitamin B3 |
7.0 mg |
| Folate |
48 µg |
| Potassium |
359 mg |
Buying and Cooking Tips
Most of the needle mushrooms available in the market are pre-packaged. It is recommended to choose those with sealed packaging and an intact appearance. Avoid choosing mushrooms that are softened, broken or discoloured, or with caps falling off. In general, we cut the roots off and clean the needle mushrooms before cooking them.
Fun Facts
Not easily digested and absorbed from the gut, needle mushrooms are also known as “see you tomorrow”. They may appear in the faeces if we do not chew them thoroughly!
Common Dishes:
Stir-fried Needle Mushrooms with Minced Garlic; Mixed Mushrooms Sukiyaki; Needle Mushroom Beef Rolls, etc.
"One serving of vegetables" is approximately equivalent to:
½ bowl of cooked needle mushrooms
Note: One bowl = 250-300 ml
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