Champignons - mushrooms are not only tasty, but also healthy. They contain amino acids necessary for the human body, various trace elements, vitamins A and B, which have a positive effect on mental activity. Champignons can be part of many dishes: salads, snacks, soups, pastries.
Instructions
Step 1
Choose only fresh champignons. They are usually white or slightly pinkish in color. In addition, fresh mushrooms have a peculiar matte sheen. The presence of dark spots on the cap of the champignon indicates that it has been on the counter of the store for a long time. The violation of the integrity of the film connecting the stem to the cap also indicates the staleness of the mushrooms.
Step 2
Feel free to sniff the groceries in front of the salesperson and other visitors to the store. Remember that only fresh champignons smell like mushrooms.
Step 3
When choosing mushrooms, be sure to touch them with your hand. Only resilient mushrooms can be of high quality.
Step 4
Despite the fact that champignons are considered the safest mushrooms for human health, spoiled foods can still contain toxic substances. And mushroom poisoning can cause significant harm to the body and even lead to death.
Step 5
Choose the size of the mushrooms depending on what kind of dish you are going to cook with them.
Step 6
Small, white, tightly sealed mushrooms are best for instant meals such as omelets, sauces, broths, salads, side dishes, and pizzas. These mushrooms can be used whole or cut in half. Small neat mushrooms are a decoration for any dish.
Step 7
Medium-sized champignons with a dense structure and thick aroma, choose for the preparation of fillings for pies, sandwiches, pizza. In addition, medium-sized mushrooms are ideal for frying, boiling, making soups and pâtés.
Step 8
Large fully ripe champignons have a rich, unique aroma and taste. They are great for pan-frying, microwave cooking, or oven baking. Large champignons go well with fish and meat dishes. Such mushrooms can be stuffed with a wide variety of fillings. In general, mushrooms are just perfect for grilling.
