The Mushroom Hack You’re Probably Not Doing (but should be)

Boiling mushrooms? Yes, really. If you’re skipping this step, you’re missing out on one of the easiest ways to unlock deep, earthy flavour and preserve all the nutrients your mushrooms have to offer.

Here’s the trick: gently boil your mushrooms in a good-quality broth—just enough to cover them. Let them simmer until the liquid reduces almost completely. What’s left? Rich, tender mushrooms soaked in their own umami goodness, with no nutrients lost to high-heat frying or excess oil.

Toss them through salads, scrambled eggs, grain bowls, or spoon them straight onto toast. You’ll never cook mushrooms the same way again.

Here’s the full breakdown of nutrition and benefits:

• B vitamins (B2, B3, B5) – Support energy, metabolism, and brain function

• Selenium – A powerful antioxidant that helps protect cells from damage

• Copper & potassium – Essential for nervous system support and fluid balance

• Beta-glucans – Naturally occurring compounds that can support immune health

• Ergothioneine – An amino acid with antioxidant properties that may support longevity

Cooking them this way means you’re holding onto all that goodness, with even deeper flavour.