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Mushroom sauce mix

Mushroom sauce mix
Popularity 12 recipes

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Ingredient Information

Name

Mushroom sauce mix

Category

Especias y Hierbas

Popularity

12 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Mushroom sauce mix is a culinary preparation that combines dehydrated or powdered ingredients intended to facilitate the making of a creamy and flavorful mushroom-based sauce. This product usually includes dehydrated mushrooms, concentrated broth, spices, and in some cases, thickeners or powdered dairy, allowing you to obtain a sauce with the characteristic mushroom flavor and aroma in just a few minutes.

The origin of this mix is found in European culinary tradition, especially in French and Italian cuisine, where mushroom sauces are a classic accompaniment for meats, pastas, or rice. Over time, its popularity spread to other cuisines around the world, and it is now a common pantry ingredient for streamlining meal preparation.

Among the properties of the mushroom sauce mix, its ease and speed of use stand out, as it eliminates the need to clean and cook fresh mushrooms. Furthermore, it contributes umami flavor, enriching any recipe. Depending on its composition, it may contain nutrients like fiber and minerals inherent to mushrooms, though in lesser quantities than the fresh product.

In different Latin American countries, this mix is also known by names such as "mezcla para salsa de hongos", "preparado para salsa de champiñones", or simply "salsa de champiñones instantánea". These terms vary by region, but they all refer to a similar product that simplifies the creation of this popular sauce in home cooking.

Nutritional Properties

1.5g
fiber
400mg
sodium
12mcg
folate
1.2g
fats
300mg
potassium
35
calories
0mcg
lycopene
2g
proteins
2mg
vitamin c
5g
carbohydrates

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