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Re:Hacking the genome of fungi for smart foods of the future by elevaet on Tuesday March 26, 2024 @03:53PM (#39832118)
That's true, but because mushrooms are so wet (~90% water), if you look at the numbers for dehydrated mushrooms vs meat, mushrooms start looking a lot better.

I think dry mushrooms are about 30% protein by weight, which is in the ballpark of dry meat.

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Re:Hacking the genome of fungi for smart foods of the future by IanCal on Tuesday March 26, 2024 @06:44PM (#39833685)
Semi related, I recommend roasting then dehydrating and blending mushrooms if you can. Mushroom powder like this is an incredible addition to many things, though my kids will eat it on its own regardless. A massive pile of mushrooms will become a tiny jar of powder.

And less related, lacto ferment them. They're then outrageously good fried.

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