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Our signature Matsutake is hefty and has an intoxicatingly sharp scent of cinnamon, pine, and funk, with a beautifully delicate flavor reminiscent of a crisp fall day. Our Matsutake specimen have been double-certified within the state of New York, and are true, wild-foraged Matsutake. ###### *Warren County, New York* --- ![IMG\_2502](https://saratogawildroots.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Matsutake/IMG_2502.jpeg?height=2000&name=IMG_2502.jpeg) ### Quick facts - Mycorrhizal with hard pines like jack pine, red pine, pitch pine, and Eastern hemlock - Caps are convex and brown, to convex and whitish or brownish with brown streaks and scales - When young, a veil hangs attached to a slightly rolled margin; as it matures, the veil detaches and leaves a skirt around the stem - Narrowly attached, close gills - White flesh and white spores --- ## A few favorite applications Matsutake have long been prized in Japan, and those flavors are excellent places to start to build your dish. This fall mushroom is truly a delicacy, with a distinct flavor meant to shine and not be overpowered. Matsutake have particular affinities for the following combinations: **matsutake + savoy cabbage + black cod** and **raw matsutake + olive oil + lemon + salt** and **matsutake + sake + soy sauce** and **matsutake + rice** We also love Matsutake pickled, in miso soup, and atop salads. Below, find a few recipes for your inspiration. Many of our favorite recipes are found in cookbooks, and we highly recommend supporting other foragers by purchasing or checking out their books from your local library! *Please take caution in consuming any wild food raw.* ![IMG\_7976](https://saratogawildroots.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Matsutake/IMG_7976.jpeg?height=2000&name=IMG_7976.jpeg) 1 Matsutake Miso Soup [From Chef Alan Bergo](https://foragerchef.com/matsutake-miso-soup/) 2 Pickled Matsutake [From *The Mushroom Hunter's Kitchen*, by Chad Hyatt](https://www.themushroomhunterskitchen.com/) 3 Matsutake-Fig Preserves [From *The Mushroom Hunter's Kitchen*, by Chad Hyatt](https://www.themushroomhunterskitchen.com/) 4 Matsutake with Clams, Kale, and Chorizo [From *The Mushroom Hunter's Kitchen*, by Chad Hyatt](https://www.themushroomhunterskitchen.com/) 5 Matsutake, Pear, and Chestnut Strudel [From *The Mushroom Hunter's Kitchen*, by Chad Hyatt](https://www.themushroomhunterskitchen.com/) --- ## Notes on consumption and more ### As they say, all mushrooms are edible once. Use caution when consuming wild foods. No mushroom will harm you by touching it, smelling it, or even licking it. It is the actual swallowing and consumption we want to be aware of. That being said, 99% of edible wild mushrooms should be thoroughly cooked before consuming to avoid gastrointestinal distress. If you're unsure how an edible mushroom will affect you, try a small amount and wait several hours before trying more, to see how your body reacts. Fresh mushrooms should be stored in a cool, dry place, around 38°-42°F. Field cleaning your mushrooms is the best way to keep them tidy and limit your prep work later. Do not rinse mushrooms in water until you're ready to use them; this helps prevent rot and lengthen their freshness. Should you choose to dehydrate your mushrooms, please note that your finished product is still considered raw, and should be cooked before consuming. 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