Pholiota nameko
Pholiota nameko
Common Names: Nameko
Type: Gourmet
Nameko grows small clusters of little brown-orange mushrooms with naturally “viscid” caps.
Many people who see these in the grocery store might think that the mushrooms have gone bad- but the slimy caps are completely natural.
They make a great addition to soups, as the gelatinous coating on the caps can serve as a thickening agent. It is a standard ingredient in miso soup. It is also commonly used in stir fry’s, and has a nice nutty flavor.
Nameko grows on wood, and is commonly grown using bottle farming techniques.