Golden Enoki mushrooms (Flammulina velutipes) go by many different names, golden needle mushroom, velvet shank, enokitake, but whatever you call them, they’re sure to please. Enoki has long, thin, edible stems and small caps that bubble inward. Their flavor is mildly earthy and fresh, but they absorb and meld with surrounding flavors easily. When boiled with salt, the broth can be likened to a mild chicken broth. Enoki texture and mouthfeel are truly a unique experience. Their long slender stems are reminiscent of noodles but with a satisfying crunch. Our Golden Enoki mushrooms can be cooked in a variety of ways, but since they were popularized in Japan, you can find tons of Japanese recipes, from pan sautés with garlic and scallions, nametake, a simple rice dish with soy sauced enoki, to traditional ramen noodle bowls— the Golden Enoki is a delicious recipe staple with nutritional value and a delectable crunch.
Benefits: Golden Enoki or enokitake mushrooms are low-calorie and loaded with nutrients like protein, fiber, niacin, thiamin, riboflavin, and folate. Most mushrooms, including enoki, contain generous doses of niacin, which has been found to promote healthy nervous system function and lower cholesterol levels. Our Golden Enoki also contains a healthy serving of pantothenic acid, or Vitamin B5, which promotes healthy skin, hair, vision, liver, and digestion. They’re also known to include several antioxidant compounds that can help protect our bodies against disease including, ellagic acid, gallic acid, pyrogallol, caffeic acid, and quercetin, just to name a few.
