Gourmet
King Trumpet
genus
Pleurotus eryngii
Common names
King Trumpet Mushroom, French Horn Mushroom, King Oyster mushroom, King Brown Mushroom, Boletus Of The Steppes, Trumpet Royale
Taste
Nutty, earthy, woody, intensely umami flavor, with some seafood and licorice notes. Very mild flavour when raw, however once cooked their flavor enhances.
Due to their flavour and texture, these mushrooms are frequently referred to as "vegan seafood" and can be used in place of scallops or crumbed calamari.
Cooking
Sautéed in a little butter and eaten on their own. They can also be cooked in stir-fries, noodle dishes, and soups. And when crispy fried with a crunchy coating, they taste similar to chicken
Size, texture & Color
10-15 cm in lenght and 3-6 cm diameter for the stem.
Crunchy and meaty texture.
White large stem with tan cap.
Health benefits
Like other oyster mushrooms, king oysters are fat-free, low in cholesterol and sodium, high in protein and fiber and low in carbs.
The beneficial compounds in king oysters help humans maintain good health by activating our immune systems, and studies show they have potential anticancer and antiviral benefits
History and culture
The king trumpet mushroom (Pleurotus eryngii), which is known as the “king oyster mushroom,” is the largest member of the oyster mushroom family. French horn mushroom, trumpet royale, and the more common name “king trumpet” all refer to the trumpet-shaped cap of the mushroom, which grows from a thick stem.
Native to the Mediterranean, North Africa, and the Middle East are king trumpet mushrooms. But they are now grown all over the world because of their recent rise in popularity. Because of their umami flavour, they are particularly well-liked in China and Japan.
Growing infos.
Incubation & fruiting temperature
Incubation at 20-24°C - Fruiting best at 13-18 °C
Preffered substrate
Hardwood sawdust supplemented.
Innoculation to fruiting time
3 weeks in incubation, add up 7-10 days for the fruiting body to reach maturity.
Yield & number of flushes
Good. 2 - 3 flushes a few weeks apart.
Difficulty
Moderate.