Verduras

Mushroom pieces

Mushroom pieces
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Ingredient Information

Name

Mushroom pieces

Category

Verduras

Popularity

86 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Mushroom pieces are small cuts or portions of Agaricus bisporus, an edible fungus widely used in international cuisine. These pieces can come from fresh or canned mushrooms and are ideal for incorporating texture and a mild, earthy, and slightly sweet flavor into a wide variety of dishes such as stews, soups, salads, pizzas, and stir-fries.

The mushroom is native to Europe and North America, although its cultivation has spread globally due to its popularity and ease of production. It is one of the most consumed mushrooms in the world, valued both for its versatility in cooking and its nutritional contribution.

Regarding its properties, mushrooms are low in calories, fat, and sodium, and are a good source of dietary fiber, B vitamins (such as riboflavin and niacin), minerals like potassium, and antioxidants that promote overall health. Furthermore, they provide plant-based proteins and bioactive compounds that may help strengthen the immune system.

In different regions of Latin America, mushroom pieces may also be known as pieces of mushroom, mushroom chunks, pieces of white mushroom, or simply chopped mushrooms. The word "champiñón" is the most common and recognized in most countries, although in some places the term "seta" is used to refer to edible fungi in general.

Nutritional Properties

2.1g
fiber
3mg
calcium
17mcg
folate
0.5mg
iron
318mg
potassium
22
calories
3.1g
protein
2.1mg
vitamin c
0.3g
total fat
3.3g
carbohydrates

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