Seattle Seasonal

Ingredient

Matsutake

Off

Flavor: Pine, spice, unique aroma.

Type

mushroom

Peak Months

Oct

Season Window

Sep → Nov

Flavor & uses

Pine, spice, unique aroma.

Rice pots, broths, light sautés; avoid heavy fat.

Storage

Wrap in paper towel, refrigerate; use within 3-4 days.

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Phase: Off

Peak: Oct

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Recipes for Matsutake Mushrooms

Matsutake mushrooms, a prized ingredient in Pacific Northwest cuisine, can be prepared in a variety of ways such as sautéing or grilling to highlight their bold, earthy flavors.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 80%

Matsutake Mushroom Delicacy

A celebratory dish featuring the prized matsutake mushroom, showcasing its earthy, aromatic flavors through simple preparation techniques.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 50%Bold flavor: 70%

Matsutake Mushroom Chawanmushi

A savory, steamed egg custard appetizer made with the prized pine mushroom, a delicacy in Japan.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 60%Bold flavor: 80%

Roasted Matsutake Mushrooms

Roasted matsutake mushrooms, a prized Pacific Northwest ingredient, in a simple yet flavorful dish.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 70%

Baked Matsutake Mushrooms in Parchment

This recipe features foraged matsutake mushrooms baked in parchment with a simple seasoning of butter and herbs.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 80%

Homemade Matsutake Soy Sauce (Shoyu)

A recipe for making homemade matsutake soy sauce or shoyu, featuring the prized matsutake mushroom, a seasonal ingredient found in the Pacific Northwest.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 80%

Grilled Matsutake Mushrooms

Grilled matsutake mushrooms, a prized Pacific Northwest ingredient, cooked simply with butter to highlight their earthy, umami-rich flavor.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 70%

Matsutake Mushroom Carbonara

A seasonal take on the classic Italian carbonara pasta, featuring the earthy, umami-rich matsutake mushrooms.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 60%Bold flavor: 80%

Pappardelle Pasta with Matsutake Mushrooms and Miso Butter

This fusion recipe pairs Japanese matsutake mushrooms and miso with Italian pappardelle pasta in a rich butter sauce.

Local produce: 70%Complexity: 60%Bold flavor: 70%

Seasonal Matsutake Mushroom Recipes for Pacific Northwest Dining

This recipe features matsutake mushrooms, a prized seasonal ingredient in the Pacific Northwest, prepared with simple yet elevated techniques suitable for a higher-end restaurant menu.

Local produce: 100%Complexity: 70%Bold flavor: 90%

Matsutake Mushroom Risotto

A rich, decadent risotto featuring the earthy, aromatic matsutake mushroom, topped with golden-brown buttered breadcrumbs.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 60%Bold flavor: 80%

Seared Matsutake Mushrooms

Pan-seared matsutake mushrooms with butter, a delicate and earthy Pacific Northwest seasonal ingredient suitable for a high-end restaurant menu.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 80%

Cooking with Matsutake: Foraging and Preparation Tips

Recipes and techniques for cooking with matsutake, an edible wild mushroom with a unique flavor profile. Focuses on simple preparation methods like raw slices with soy dressing, and classic Japanese dishes like soup and rice.

Local produce: 100%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 75%

Matsutake Mushroom Rice (Matsutake Gohan)

A Japanese-style rice dish featuring the prized matsutake mushroom, cooked in a way that preserves the mushroom's delicate aroma.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 80%