Milky Mushrooms • मिल्की मशरूम

How to Use Milky Mushrooms

Milky Mushrooms (Calocybe indica) are popular in Indian cuisine for their firm texture, mild flavor, and high nutritional value. They hold their shape well during cooking, making them ideal for curries, stir-fries, and grilling.

🧼 Preparation & Cleaning

1. Trim the base/root portion

2. Wash quickly under running water

3. Pat dry or drain well

4. Slice or keep whole, depending on recipe

5. Avoid soaking for a long to prevent water absorption.

🇮🇳 Indian Culinary Uses

🍛 Curries & Gravies

• Milky Mushroom Masala – Cook with onion, tomato, ginger-garlic, and Indian spices

• South Indian Style – Use coconut, curry leaves, mustard seeds

🍳 Dry Sabzi

• Sauté with cumin, garlic, onion, capsicum, turmeric, and black pepper

• Serve with roti, paratha, or rice

🍚 Rice Dishes

• Add to vegetable pulao, fried rice, or biryani

🌍 Western & Global Uses

• Stir-Fries – With vegetables, soy sauce, and herbs

• Grilled or Pan-Seared – Marinate and grill like kebabs

• Pasta & Sauces – Adds body and mild mushroom flavor

• Soups & Stews – Holds texture well in long cooking

🥗 Healthy & Quick Uses

• Salads – Lightly sauté and add warmth to salads

• Wraps & Sandwiches – Spiced mushroom filling

• Omelettes / Scrambles – Pairs well with eggs or tofu

🍳 Cooking Tips

• Cook on medium heat for an even texture

• Add salt after sautéing to avoid moisture release

• Pair with butter, ghee, olive oil, garlic, pepper, and herbs

🌿 Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber

• Low in fat and calories

• Rich in B vitamins and minerals

• Supports immunity and digestion

✅ Best Practice

Light sautéing or curry cooking brings out the natural flavor and firm texture of milky mushrooms without making them soggy.