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Definition of «porcini»

Porcini is a common name for several species of edible mushrooms in the genus Boletus. These mushrooms are commonly found in Europe, North America and Asia, and they grow on dead or dying trees, particularly oak, beech, pine, spruce, and birch. Porcinis have a spongy texture with a nutty flavor, making them popular for cooking and eating. They are also known as penny bun mushrooms due to their resemblance in shape and size to the British coin.

Usage examples

  1. Porcini mushrooms are a popular choice for Italian recipes, such as porcini risotto or porcini pasta.
  2. The chef sprinkled dried porcini powder on top of the pizza to give it a rich and earthy flavor.
  3. I couldn't resist ordering the porcini soup, made with velvety porcini mushrooms and creamy broth.
  4. The savory porcini sauce perfectly complemented the grilled steak, adding an intense umami taste to the dish.
  5. The risotto was infused with porcini broth, creating a decadent and aromatic rice dish.
  6. The menu offered a porcini-infused olive oil dressing, which provided a distinct taste to the fresh salad.
  7. I bought a packet of dried porcini mushrooms to use as a flavorful addition to homemade soups and stews.
  8. The porcini and truffle pizza was a luxurious combination of earthy flavors that left me craving for more.
  9. The pasta was generously topped with sautéed porcini mushrooms, adding a delicious meaty texture to the dish.
  10. For a fancy dinner party, I prepared a porcini pâté to serve as an elegant appetizer with toasted baguette slices.

Phrases with «porcini»

Sentences with «porcini»

  • I also use dried Porcini mushrooms in the recipe which can be found easily at a well stocked supermarket but if you don't have any and still want to make this risotto that's cool! (goodeatings.com)
  • In a small bowl, cover the dried porcini mushrooms with the boiling water. (tastingtable.com)
  • rosenfeld porcini with the special collaboration of One Contemporary Art Venice are delighted to present the first dual exhibition of... (rosenfeldporcini.com)
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