A leading chef has revealed the biggest mistakes made when cooking mushrooms - how many are you guilty of? This Morning chef Clodagh McKenna has been cooking for more than 20 years and says the most common error is peeling and washing the fungi before eating them, which she says is ‘completely unnecessary’. Washing mushrooms under running water can affect their texture, and cooking them on a low heat can lead to steaming, instead of browning. But with a little bit of know-how, you can make them taste better while also reaping numerous dietary benefits, as they are a powerhouse of B vitamins, and are low in calories and fat.
It comes after a poll, of 1,000 adults who eat mushrooms, revealed a lack of knowledge among Brits as one in 10 believe them to be a vegetable. Clodagh McKenna, who has teamed with European Mushrooms, to debunk some of these misconceptions and show how to cook the fungi properly, said: “Mushroom are very versatile and a great source of B vitamins. “They are also great value for money and can be a fantastic addition to a variety of dishes.
Mushrooms have a unique umami flavour that can enhance the taste of many recipes, making them a favourite among chefs. “One of my favourite ways to prepare mushrooms is by simply sautéing them with garlic and herbs for a quick and delicious side dish.” The study also found others consider the fungi a plant - because they come from the ground.
While many have been cooking them wrong, with 59% washing and 33% .