Mushrooms are all-time favourite exotic vegetable and a vegetarian’s
delight. They are found all across India in a large variety of colours, shapes and
sizes. From
pizza toppings to dimsums filling and to vegetable curry, they have their own
tempting ways.
The fun fact here is that they are healthier than they taste. Last year, Chef
Sanjeev Kapoor shared an Instagram post, captioning it “Save some room
for mushrooms!” They are an amazing snack that can be eaten even during dieting
because their calorie intake is very low. They are rich in Vitamin B and are
packed with antioxidants.
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According to the chef, mushrooms are an excellent source of iron. Iron helps in formation of new blood cells, thereby supplying oxygen to the different parts
of the body. They are also rich in fibre and contain a good amount of the very
necessary proteins. All the varieties of mushrooms, such as portobello, shiitake or oyster, are loaded with essential nutrients.
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Mushrooms can also be magical superfoods
In the world full of radiation and pollution, mushroom may be more
important than ever because certain it may be helpful in helping us
strengthen our immune system.
This oldest art of nature comes in the most tempting and countless
varieties. With these exceptional benefits, it is time that we let our taste
buds fulfil the craving and include the delight of mushroom in our meals.
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Some
of the mind boggling , appetizing dishes that you can try are roasted mushroom
in gravy, mushroom caps, mushroom risotto, cream of mushroom Soup etc.
How many
have you tried and which one is your favourite?
