Fresh matsutake mushrooms are soaked in water and gently brushed.

First, gently brush off the soil on the surface of the matsutake mushrooms with a brush or clean cloth. You can gently rinse them with water, but do not let the matsutake mushrooms soak in water as this may affect the taste and flavor. Check if the matsutake mushrooms have any damaged or dirty parts. If there are, you can gently trim them off with a knife or scissors. Make sure to trim off only the dirty parts and try to keep the integrity of the matsutake mushrooms intact.

Put some warm water in a basin, place the matsutake mushrooms in the water and gently stir them with your hands so that any dirt on the surface rises to the surface. Then, remove the matsutake mushrooms from the water and rinse them well with clean water. However, do not soak the matsutake mushrooms for a long time as it may affect the aroma and flavor. Gently dry the surface of the matsutake mushrooms with a clean kitchen paper towel or soft cloth. Make sure to dry the water thoroughly so as not to affect cooking and preservation.

It is best to use the matsutake mushrooms immediately after washing as they are susceptible to bacterial contamination after washing. If you do not intend to use them immediately, place the matsutake mushrooms in a dry, airy container and store them in the freezer, consuming them as early as possible to ensure freshness. Please be careful to wash the matsutake mushrooms gently to avoid damaging the appearance and texture of the mushrooms.

Precautions for buying matsutake mushrooms

1. Appearance: Matsutake mushrooms should look intact, with no visible tears or breaks. The outer skin should be smooth, with no dry cracks or peeling. At the same time, the color of the matsutake mushroom should be a distinct brownish-yellow, without blackening or darkening.

2, odor: matsutake mushrooms should have a special aroma, similar to the aromatic smell of pine trees. If there is a pungent smell or odor, it may be a matsutake mushroom of questionable quality.

3, texture: the texture of the matsutake mushroom should be firm and elastic. Gently press the matsutake mushroom, it should be able to rebound and will not feel floppy or deformed.

4. Source and quality: Choose a reputable and reliable merchant to buy matsutake mushrooms to ensure that they are from a reliable source, fresh and of guaranteed quality.

5. Season: Matsutake mushrooms are seasonal and mainly appear in the fall. When choosing, you can give preference to fresh matsutake mushrooms picked in fall.

6, preservation: matsutake mushrooms are a kind of perishable ingredients, should be consumed as soon as possible after purchase or properly preserved. You can put the matsutake mushrooms into a paper bag and keep it in the refrigerator to extend its freshness period.