Mushrooms, which stand out among plant foods with their health benefits, are a very nutritious food due to their protein content almost equivalent to meat and other amino acids. Mushrooms, which are low in fat and carbohydrates, are rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals as well as protein.
The food, which has been used for medicinal purposes since ancient times due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, was frequently used in the manufacture of traditional medicines, especially in ancient China.
Mushrooms, whose antibiotic properties are still used in drug production, are among the foods that should be used carefully due to their high chemical content. Cincile mushroom, which is in the group of edible mushrooms, takes its place on the tables with its unique taste as well as its health benefits.
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What is Cincile Mushroom?
What Are the Benefits of Cincile Mushrooms?
How to Make Cincile Mushroom Meal?
What is Cincile Mushroom?
The cincile mushroom, which has a stem about 5-10 centimeters long, is also known as the blue cincile or purple mushroom. The cap of the mushroom, which has a violet color, turns brown as the mushroom matures.
Mushroom variety, which is very rich in vitamins A, K, D and B group, attracts attention with its unique flavor.
In addition to these, cincile mushrooms, which are rich in copper, zinc, iron, phosphorus, potassium and calcium minerals, contain antioxidant components.
The mushroom variety, which has a distinctive sharp and strong aroma, may not be preferred by some people due to its harsh aroma. For this reason, it is recommended to boil and strain the water before eating.
Cincile mushroom, which has a component called lovastatin, is used in the production of cholesterol-lowering drugs due to the cholesterol-lowering effect of this substance.
Cincile mushroom, which contains polysaccharide components such as conjugated linoleic acid and beta glucogan, plays an effective role especially in the prevention of breast and prostate cancer.
100 grams of cincile mushrooms contain approximately 22 calories. Cincile mushroom, which is a recommended food in healthy nutrition programs due to its high nutritional value despite its very low calorie, can maintain its freshness for a week in the refrigerator in a paper bag.
What Are the Characteristics of Cincile Mushrooms?
The cap of the cincile mushroom is usually brown, gray and lilac.
The plates of the cincile mushroom, which is among the edible mushroom varieties, are adjacent to each other and may have ripples on the edges.
There are white powdery structures on the part of the mushroom stem extending towards the cap.
It is among the characteristics of the cincile mushroom that the food, whose flesh has a grayish blue color, emits an odor similar to the smell of burnt rubber when it is broken and smelled.
The mushroom, which can be cleaned practically and easily, is kept in plenty of water after being bent from its stem and plucked from its root.
The stem part of the mushroom is cut from the swollen bases and washed and the cap part is cleaned with the help of a brush.
After the cleaning process is finished, it becomes ready to be consumed fresh. Besides fresh consumption, it can also be used dried.
After the cleaned cincile mushrooms are dried in the oven with air circulation, they are taken into glass jars. It can be stored in an air and light-proof environment by tightly closing the mouth. Dried mushrooms can also be stored in the freezer by taking them into bags.
If the mushrooms are to be kept fresh in the refrigerator, they are cut into small pieces.
Shredded mushrooms are boiled in salted water and after being boiled, they are filtered and taken into bags.
Mushrooms put in bags can be stored in the refrigerator or freezer for one year.
Cincile mushrooms, which can be found in season in neighborhood markets and local markets, can also be purchased from companies engaged in mushroom cultivation on the internet.
Where Does Cincile Mushroom Grow?
Cincile mushroom, which can be grown in every region of Anatolia, is a type of rot fungus. Especially in fir forests, the mushroom variety that likes to grow on the natural cover formed by needle leaves is naturally found in meadows, among leaf and manure heaps.
Cincile mushrooms, which form close rows, can also settle in circles.
Cincile mushroom, which grows between April and May and until the beginning of June, can be found until October in some regions.
This mushroom, which can camouflage very well due to its small size, is difficult to find.
Cincile mushrooms are grown in Bolu and Karaman in our country.
Although it is an edible mushroom, it can cause allergic reactions in some people.
It is recommended to go to a health institution without losing time in cases such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, bloating, gas and headache.
Those with chronic diseases, pregnant and lactating women should consult a doctor before consuming cincile mushrooms.
The consumption of cincile mushroom, which has a toxic effect especially when consumed raw, by children should be controlled.
What Are the Benefits of Cincile Mushrooms?
Cincile mushroom, which has high antioxidant properties, helps to prevent the formation of cancer cells and the proliferation of cells, thanks to the selenium mineral in its content. Selenium also has an anti-inflammatory effect.
The mushroom variety, which contains high levels of vitamin D, regulates the functions of cells and ensures the healthy development of bones, joints and teeth.
Cincile mushrooms, which contain a high amount of fiber, prevent the sudden rise of blood sugar and regulate the release of insulin. High fiber slows gastric emptying, provides a feeling of fullness for a long time and helps to lose weight. In addition, lowering cholesterol and regulating blood pressure are among the benefits of Cincile Mushroom.
Thanks to the vitamin C, fiber, sodium and potassium it contains, the cincile mushroom helps regulate blood pressure. Mushrooms with high potassium and low sodium content reduce the risk of heart diseases to a minimum.
Thanks to the antioxidant vitamins and minerals in its content, the cincile mushroom, which supports the body’s immune system, reduces the risk of getting diseases to a minimum.
Thanks to the chitin and beta lactic components in its content, the Cincile Mushroom, which helps to control the appetite, plays an active role in weight control.
The mushroom variety, which contains a high level of iron, plays a supportive role in the treatment of anemia.
Thanks to its high fiber content, it accelerates bowel movements and helps to eliminate the problem of constipation.
You can add cincile mushrooms to your kitchen to maintain overall body health and feel better. Thanks to the Cincile mushroom, your immune system will be stronger than before!
How to Make Cincile Mushroom Meal? Bringing a different flavor to the kitchens with its distinctive strong aroma, the cincile mushroom is widely used in the preparation of various dishes due to its meaty structure. In order to get rid of its pungent smell, it should be boiled for a few minutes before adding it to the food. After boiling, it can be added to pasta sauces and salads, which are poured with water and cooked with tomato paste or sauteed with butter.
The grilled cincile mushroom, which can be cooked by adding cheddar in the oven, also has an excellent flavor. In addition to these, you can also make cincile mushroom soup and cincile mushroom pastry. In some regions, pancakes are made by mixing cincile mushrooms with some herbs.
Let’s move on to the details for the cincile mushroom dish, which is consumed with pleasure:
Materials:
Half a kilo of cincile mushrooms
1 onion
2 green peppers
1 tablespoon of tomato paste
2 tomatoes
Spices and oil
Preparation of:
Mushrooms are cleaned by washing with plenty of water.
The cleaned mushrooms are put in a large pot, water is added, and after boiling for a few minutes, they are filtered.
Drained mushrooms are kept aside.
In a saucepan, the onion is chopped in a piyaz and roasted until it turns slightly pink.
Then add the chopped peppers and fry for a few more minutes.
The tomatoes are peeled and cut into cubes.
The chopped tomatoes are added to the pot along with the tomato paste and roasted.
After roasting, spices and mushrooms are added, mixed and cooked over medium heat.
What dishes can be prepared with cincile mushrooms?
You can make yourself an omelet during the day to reap the benefits of this mushroom. Thanks to the cincile mushroom in the omelet, you can get a strong protein source. You can use cincile mushrooms in sandwiches. For this, you need to slice the mushroom large and saute it. You can lay the sautéed mushrooms between sandwich bread. If you like to eat toast; You can lightly roast the cincile mushroom and place it between toasted bread. You can prepare hearty pasta with cincile mushrooms, which are also included in delicious pasta sauces. You can chop the mushrooms as you wish and combine them with your favorite vegetables. It is enough to mix the resulting sauce with pasta. When you grill the cincile mushroom, it will taste more delicious. Cincile mushroom, which has become a separate dish with the smell of the grill, can meet with pieces of cheddar if you wish. If you want to prepare a warm and delicious soup, you can use this mushroom. You can cut the cincile mushroom into cubes and try the soup recipes. If you wish, it will be a delicious ingredient for vegetable soups or creamy soups!
