Don't make this mistake. Rehydrate dried mushrooms the right way!

How to rehydrate dried mushrooms?

There are several methods for rehydrating dried mushrooms, each with its own characteristics:

• Cold water: The most classic and gentle method. Let the mushrooms soak for 15-20 minutes.
• Warm water: Quicker and releases more flavor in the water. Let the mushrooms soak for 10-15 minutes.
• Vegetable or meat broth: Enriches the mushrooms with flavor, and the cooking water can be used to make risottos or sauces.
• Warm milk: Makes the mushrooms especially soft and meaty.

What to avoid to moisturize dried mushrooms?

• Boiling water: Can make mushrooms hard and rubbery.


• Cut mushrooms before rehydrating them: They will absorb more water and swell better whole.

Useful tips for rehydrating dried mushrooms

• Amount of liquid: For 30 grams of dried mushrooms, use about 1 liter of liquid.
• Right container: Choose a container large enough (perhaps a bowl) to allow the mushrooms to expand.
• Cleaning: After rehydrating, rinse the mushrooms under running water and squeeze them gently.

What to prepare with dried mushrooms?

• Risottos: Add rehydrated, finely chopped mushrooms at the end of cooking for a creamy, flavorful risotto.
• Sauces: Blend rehydrated mushrooms with extra virgin olive oil, garlic and Parmesan cheese to make a tasty sauce to dress pasta.
• Stews and braises: Dried mushrooms are perfect for enriching meat or vegetable stews.
• Omelets and frittatas: Add chunks of rehydrated mushrooms to the batter for an extra touch of flavor.
• Fillings: Chop them finely and use them to stuff pies, ravioli or tortellini.