I found these exotic gourmet mushrooms at Whole Foods Market for $29.99 a pound. I purchased a nice handful for around $3. You’ve heard of shiitake, bluefoot, portobella, white button and oyster mushrooms. But have you ever heard of these….
What are they?
Yellowfoot Mushrooms!
Similar to the name bluefoot, with the delicate texture of oyster or hen of the woods. They have bright yellow stems and not-so-shocking, they taste divine!!!
If you can find them, try a few. Simply saute with a bit of olive oil and lemon juice or garlic. They have a pungent salty woody taste that is delicious eaten along or as a gourmet side dish.
If you’ve seen yellowfoots before-let me know! It was a first time find for me.
Looks like Chantarelles..though they aren’t as I found out via Wikipedia. but they’re closely related
I’ve enjoyed Lobster Mushrooms and have had some luck finding them dried at Whole Foods. They make a wonderful addition to wild mushroom risotto.
VSP,
Yes I have tried lobster mushrooms. they are meatier than most shrooms. Very woody. Like chanterelles I recall. YUM.
Did you read my mushrooms 101:http://healthyhappylife.com/2009/02/mushrooms-101-select-serve-and-savor.html
Kathy
I haven’t tried these, but they look delish! On the mushroom note, I once saw Lobster Mushrooms, didn’t get them, and have been looking for them ever since. Have you ever used them?