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Lack of knowledge and improper preparation are the most frequent causes of mushroom poisoning.
Get a recent mushroom book. Some mushroom species are poisonous when raw, but both edible and delicious when cooked properly. Some must be boiled before eating and none should be eaten raw.
Follow these simple tips:
• Only eat mushrooms that you are sure of. If in doubt – contact the mushroom control department.
• Never eat mushrooms that are raw, undercooked/fried.
• Use only good quality mushrooms for cooking.
Use the latest mushroom literature when identifying mushrooms. Always remember to bring a proper, up-to-date mushroom book with you when you are out picking mushrooms.
On the next page you will find eight safe edible mushrooms.
For an even better overview, you can download this booklet about safe mushrooms, which the Norwegian Mushroom and Useful Vegetables Association has created to avoid picking dangerous mushrooms.
Poisonous mushrooms There are several poisonous mushrooms, and we are constantly learning new things about the mushrooms that exist. The best weapon to avoid poisoning is to be careful and arm yourself with a good mushroom book of a recent edition.
If you think you have ingested poisonous mushrooms, it is important to contact the Poison Information Center on 23 32 70 00 immediately.
Mushrooms to delight many tables Despite the challenges, mushrooms are a fantastic ingredient and we can tempt you with an incredible number of them.
You can also search for your favorite mushroom and see how many exciting dishes you can make, or see this article for more inspiration.
