Mushrooms that are spherical and elongated with a tough, fibrous base that is covered in soft, overlapping, slender spines with a mild, sweet, seafood flavor reminiscent of scallops, lobster, or crab.
Lion mane mushrooms are spherical and elongated with a single, hidden base. The tough, fibrous base is covered in soft, overlapping, slender spines. These mushrooms are tender and chewy with a mild, sweet, seafood flavor reminiscent of scallops, lobster, or crab.