How do i preserve&store wild edible mushrooms?
Harvesting wild mushrooms can be a time consuming process that requires scouring in and around the soil, then picking the individual mushrooms by hand. The proper preservation and storage techniques will make the mushrooms last as long as possible to prevent all that hard work from going to waste.Short Term StorageStore wild mushrooms short term for the absolute best texture and flavor results. Keep the mushrooms in a paper bag. Airtight plastic containers with lids are not appropriate because the trapped oxygen can force the mushrooms to grow mold faster due to their naturally high moisture levels. Place the uncleaned mushrooms directly into your paper bag–don’t clean them until you’re ready to consume them because the moisture from the cleaning could also cause molding. Keep the end of the paper bag open slightly so the oxygen can move in and out of the bag. Store the mushrooms in your refrigerator for up to three days. When you’re ready to consume the mushrooms, rub them gently wit
