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Wholesale Maitake Mushrooms
Maitake, sold in English as hen of the woods, grows in feathered, overlapping clusters rather than as individual mushrooms. Those ruffled edges are the point: they crisp aggressively under high heat while the base of the cluster stays tender, giving one piece two textures.
Cultivated, Not Foraged
Wild maitake is a genuine autumn seasonal item with unpredictable supply. Cultivated maitake — what we distribute — is available year-round with consistent cluster size and clean, grit-free fronds, which is what a menu commitment actually requires.
Selection
Look for firm, dry clusters with well-defined grey-brown fronds and a clean earthy smell. The cluster should feel light but hold together when lifted. Darkening, sogginess at the base, or fronds that crumble apart indicate age.
Storage
Hold at 34–38°F in ventilated packaging, never sealed, never washed before storage. Maitake holds five to seven days. Because the fronds are delicate, do not stack weight on top of the clusters.
Cooking Notes
Tear clusters by hand into serving-size pieces rather than cutting — the torn surface catches oil and crisps better. Roast at high heat or sear hard in a dry pan first, then add fat. Maitake also fries exceptionally well in tempura, where the ruffles trap the batter.
Nutrition
Maitake is a source of B vitamins, fiber and beta-glucans, and is one of the few foods that produces meaningful vitamin D when exposed to UV light. Fat free, cholesterol free and very low in sodium.
Order Maitake Mushrooms Wholesale
Tell us your volume, pack and delivery city and we will confirm current availability, sizing and pricing. Reach our Miami or Los Angeles desk through the contact page. Packs, counts and origins change with the season, so ask our sales team for this week’s specs.
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