When it comes to winter cooking, mushrooms are one of the most versatile and flavourful ingredients you can add to your pantry. At Gertrude Grocer, we stock a carefully curated range of fresh, exotic mushrooms that bring depth, richness, and umami to comforting cold-weather dishes.
Whether you're simmering a soup, stirring a risotto, or creating a hearty stir-fry, mushrooms can transform everyday meals into something truly special.
Explore Our Range of Fresh Mushrooms
Button Mushrooms
Mild in flavour and beautifully absorbent, button mushrooms are a kitchen staple. They sauté quickly, making them perfect for quick pastas, omelettes, and creamy sauces.
Flat Mushrooms
These large, mature mushrooms offer a meatier texture and a deeper, more savoury flavour. Ideal for grilling, stuffing, or slicing into casseroles and pies.
Enoki Mushrooms
Delicate and slightly crunchy, enoki mushrooms have a subtle flavour and work best in broths, stir-fries, and noodle soups. They’re excellent for adding texture without overpowering other ingredients.
Winter-Ready Mushroom Recipes to Try
1. Mushroom & Thyme Risotto
Use button and flat mushrooms for a rich, earthy risotto. Finish with butter, parmesan, and a drizzle of truffle oil from our pantry for added indulgence.
2. Creamy Mushroom Soup
A mix of flat and button mushrooms, slowly cooked with garlic, shallots, and cream, creates a velvety soup that’s perfect with crusty bread from our artisan selection.
3. Enoki Mushroom Stir-Fry
Toss enoki mushrooms with bok choy, garlic, sesame oil, and soy sauce for a light and nourishing dinner. Add tofu or noodles to bulk it up.
4. Stuffed Flat Mushrooms
Remove the stems and fill large flat mushrooms with a mixture of breadcrumbs, garlic, herbs, and goat’s cheese. Bake until golden and serve with a side salad of winter greens.
5. Mushroom & Lentil Shepherd’s Pie
Replace meat with diced mushrooms and lentils in this vegetarian version of a winter classic. Top with creamy mashed potatoes and bake until bubbling.
How to Store and Cook Mushrooms
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Storage: Keep mushrooms in a paper bag in the fridge to prevent moisture build-up. Avoid plastic containers, which trap humidity.
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Cleaning: Gently brush off any dirt or use a damp cloth. Avoid soaking them in water as they’ll absorb it and lose flavour.
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Cooking Tip: Cook mushrooms on high heat to release moisture and concentrate their flavour.
Find Your Favourite Mushrooms at Gertrude Grocer
Whether you're looking for humble button mushrooms or something a little more special, you’ll find it in-store at Gertrude Grocer Kensington and Gertrude Grocer Carlton. Or, shop our full range of fresh produce online and select Click & Collect for convenient pick-up.