Before frying, mushrooms require pre-treatment.
Small particles, such as sand or soil, often remain on the surface of mushrooms.
All contaminants must be removed, and cooks have different methods for this.
Some housewives prefer to simply rinse the mushrooms, while others use special cleaning tools.
At first glance, the choice of method may seem insignificant.
However, experienced chefs emphasize that proper pre-treatment will help achieve delicious mushrooms. An incorrect cleaning method may result in a dish that looks pale and does not develop a golden crust.
Incorrect action
It is not recommended to rinse mushrooms before cooking. These mushrooms have a high absorption capacity, which means that moisture will remain inside the dish.
As a result of frying, such mushrooms will not develop a golden crust and may also lose their vibrant flavors, becoming tasteless.
Correct action
Mushrooms should be cleaned with a sponge. It is enough to gently wipe the surface of the mushrooms with the sponge.
If the contamination is minor, you can simply rub the caps of the mushrooms against each other.
If there are dry or wilted areas on the mushrooms, they should be cut off with a knife.
Sometimes situations may arise where water is necessary, for example, if the contamination is difficult to remove. This usually concerns sand that is deeply lodged.
In such cases, mushrooms can be quickly rinsed with water (literally for a few seconds). This will help remove contaminants and prevent moisture from being absorbed into the dish.
