Super source
Fibre
6.00 g · 21% DV target
A prized wild mushroom with a meaty texture and deep umami flavour, porcini are a low-calorie source of high-quality protein and protective plant compounds.
Porcini mushrooms are a low-calorie food that provides high-quality protein and dietary fibre, making them a historically significant meat substitute during fasting periods .38
These mushrooms are notable for their mineral content, particularly potassium, magnesium, and calcium, as well as essential trace elements like selenium, zinc, and copper .1
Porcini demonstrate high antioxidant activity compared to many other fungi due to their concentration of polyphenols (plant compounds that protect cells) and polysaccharides (complex carbohydrates that support immune health) .12
Early research suggests that consuming porcini may support gut health by increasing the presence of beneficial Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus bacteria .6
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
6.00 g · 21% DV target
3.10 μg · 16% DV target
0.32 mg · 27% DV target
1.02 mg · 78% DV target
14.6 mg · 92% DV target
Seasonality has not been estimated for this ingredient yet.
Store in a paper bag to allow airflow and prevent sliminess
Applies to dried porcini slices
Wild foraging has a minimal carbon footprint, though over-harvesting can impact local ecosystems.
Porcini cannot be commercially cultivated because they form a complex symbiotic relationship with tree roots, meaning every mushroom found in a market has been foraged by hand in the wild.