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White Button Mushroom

Scientific NameAgaricus bisporus
Common NamesButton mushroom, Champignon de Paris
AvailabilityYear round
ColourWhite or cream coloured
ShapeThe stem is short and thick and is attached to the center of the cap. The cap is typically smooth and dry but may have tiny flattened scales
SizeCaps are 3-10cm in diameter
General Information

The ubiquitous white button is the most commonly cultivated, consumed and recognized mushroom. The first cultivated button mushrooms were in France, hence the name Champignon de Paris. Now they are grown in most parts of the world. These mushrooms grow prolifically with relatively high yields. Button Mushrooms are used in a variety of dishes; both Western and Asian, from soups to pizzas to Chinese stir-fries.
Growing Information
Incubation4 weeks
Fruiting1 week
Temperature15-20degC
  Nutritional Information
(per 100g)
Protein3.50g
Fat0.40g
Carbohydrate6.50g
Fibre1.09g
Vitamin B10.16mg
Vitamin B20.52mg
Vitamin C 8.60mg
Vitamin K trace
Niacin5.85mg
Pantothenic Acid2.38mg
Calcium2.40mg
Phosphorus 150.00mg
Irontrace
Water88.1%

Taste & Texture

Buttons (sometimes called champignons) have a unique, delicate flavour and a fine texture. Button mushrooms are perfect to use raw in salads or with dips, and they look sensational skewered for the barbecue. They readily take on other flavours, and suit pasta dishes and stir-fries. Kids love them crumbed or tempura style.

  Availability
250g (Supermarkets)
1kg (Wholesale & farm direct)

Shelf Life
5-7 days; kept in paper bags and refrigerated at 1-4 Deg Celsius

Cooking Methods
Sauté
Fry
Broil
Bake
Raw
Soup and sauces

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Swiss Browns (Cremini)

Scientific NameAgaricus brunnescens
Common NamesSwiss Browns, Button, Cremini, Crimini, Honey Brown, Italian Brown, Italian, Roman Brown and Brown mushrooms.
AvailabilityYear round
ColourTan to dark brown in colour
ShapeThe stem is short and thick and is attached to the center of the cap. The cap is typically smooth and dry but may have tiny flattened scales
SizeCaps are 3-10cm in diameter
General Information

Swiss browns belong to the same family as the white Agaricus (White Button) mushroom, and have a similar shape with a tan to dark brown cap and a more intense flavour.

Growing Information
Incubation4 weeks
Fruiting2 weeks
Temperature15-20degC
  Nutritional Information
(per 100g)
Protein3.50g
Fat0.40g
Carbohydrate6.50g
Fibre1.09g
Vitamin B10.16mg
Vitamin B20.52mg
Vitamin C 8.60mg
Niacin5.85mg
Pantothenic Acid2.38mg
Calcium150mg
Irontrace
Water88.1%

Taste & Texture

Swiss browns have a deeper and earthier flavour than white mushrooms, and their firm flesh means Swiss Browns hold their shape well when cooked. They are excellent in pasta sauces, risotto and casseroles, or marinated and added to an antipasto platter.

  Availability
250g Punnets (Supermarkets)
1kg Punnets (Wholesale & farm direct)

Shelf Life
5-7 days; kept in paper bags and refrigerated at 1-4 Deg Celsius)

Cooking Methods
Sauté
Fry
Broil
Bake
Raw (Salads)
Soup and sauces

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Portobello

Scientific NameAgaricus bisporus
Common NamesGiant Cremini (Swiss Browns), Portabella
AvailabilityYear round
ColourTan to dark brown in colour
ShapeThe stem is short and thick and is attached to the center of the cap. The cap is typically smooth and dry but may have tiny flattened scales. Dark Gills are clearly visible as these are Swiss browns that have fully matured.
SizeCaps are 5-15cm in diameter
General Information

Portabellos are mature, larger Swiss Brown mushrooms, with its gills opened up fully.

Taste & Texture

The larger size, deeper flavour and dense meaty texture make them ideal for grilling or roasting. Great on the barbecue, or as part of a meatless burger.

  Nutritional Information
Protein3.50g
Fat0.40g
Carbohydrate6.50g
Fibre1.09g
Vitamin B10.16mg
Vitamin B20.52mg
Vitamin C 8.60mg
Niacin5.85mg
Potassium 484mg
Selenium 11mcg
Pantothenic Acid2.38mg
Calcium150mg
Irontrace
Water88.1%

  Availability
500g Punnets (Wholesale & farm direct)

Shelf Life
7-10 days; kept in paper bags and refrigerated at 1-4 Deg Celsius

Cooking Methods
Sauté
Fry
Broil
Bake
Grill

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