Fresh Porcini Mushrooms
Fresh Porcini Mushrooms (Boletus edulis)
Fresh Porcini Mushrooms known in Italy as Porcini or “little pigs” are prized for their firm texture, earthy aroma, and naturally nutty, savory flavor. Harvested exclusively in the wild, porcini grow under oak, chestnut, pine, and spruce trees and are hand-picked during a short seasonal window, making them a true gourmet delicacy.
Perfect for risotto, pasta, sauces, soups, steaks, and vegetarian dishes, porcini turn wonderfully golden and aromatic when sautéed in butter with garlic and herbs. Their rich, meaty character elevates both simple and refined recipes.
How to Prepare
• Clean gently with a mushroom brush or kitchen towel
• Avoid soaking (quick rinse only if needed)
• Trim the ends and slice before cooking
• Always cook before eating
Best cooking methods: sautéed, roasted, added to risotto, pasta, soups, or sauces.
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
Calories: 20 kcal
Protein: 4 g
Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 1 g
Potassium: 330 mg
Vitamin B2: 370 μg
Vitamin B3: 4,900 μg
Vitamin B5: 2,700 μg
Vitamin D: 3 μg
Storage
Keep refrigerated and use within 3 days for best flavor.
For long-term storage:
• Lightly blanch and freeze (up to 6 months)
• Dry in a low oven and store in a sealed jar
Season
Main season: September–November
Secondary mini-season: March–April
Product Details
Weight: 1 lb (454 g)
Texture: Firm, meaty
Flavor: Earthy, nutty, aromatic
Ideal for: Pasta, risotto, sauces, soups, meats, vegetarian dishes
Product of Italy
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My absolute favorite! Just one small mushroom created incredible umami for an entire frittata.
Fresh porcini is such a treat! They arrived in perfect condition and ended up in a fantastic pasta, served with Italian wine of course!
They were exceptional, the freshness and the taste of the porcini mushroom was what I expected, tried to order more but unfortunately out of stock
great
A bit dry and old but still cooked up okay.