for a very short time in late summer/early fall you can find the infamous "chicken of the woods" mushrooms at the local co-op. these delicious mushrooms have a slight orange tinted skin and a creamy white body. they get their name because, well, they actually do taste a lot like chicken...it's crazy weird.
i like to simply saute mine up with some herb infused earth balance and a little salt and pepper. you really don't need to complicate them since they carry such a unique flavor.
also, these mushrooms aren't cheap, usually running $20 per pound, but treat yourself to a piece or two, it's well worth it.
chive buttered chicken o’
the woods mushrooms w/ lemon zest brown rice
1
clove garlic - minced
2
tbsp fresh chopped chives
2
tbsp earth balance
1
1/2 cup brown rice (prepared per package directions)
½ lemon
(and some zest)
parsley
for garnish
olive
oil
salt and pepper to taste
add chopped parsley for garnish.



I loved the way you exlpained things. Much better many here
Regards
Kristina
Posted by: Cartridge Recycling | November 09, 2009 at 07:51 AM
Wow! This dish looks absolutely delicious. I've never tried that kind of mushroom but I would love to, you make them sound (and look) so tasty!
Posted by: The Voracious Vegan | October 24, 2009 at 05:48 AM
Jes-
i think the foraging season has ended here as well...looking forward to next year!!
Posted by: Meagan | October 20, 2009 at 11:23 AM
J- i can find them only at my coop, but wholefoods may carry them...i would give them a call and see...you never know!
Posted by: Meagan | October 20, 2009 at 11:22 AM
Is this a co-op/farmer's market only type find or do you think i could find it at a whole foods or other store like that?
Posted by: J | October 20, 2009 at 10:53 AM
I love love love love chicken of the woods mushrooms! I think the foraging season for them just finished up here--we're on to hen of the woods now--but man, I had some great meals with them. I love the herb infused earth balance idea! I'll have to stash that away for next year!
Posted by: Jes | October 20, 2009 at 10:53 AM