All you need to know about mushrooms and their (super) powders…

What is it?

The Source Bulk Foods Chaga Mushroom Powder is grown naturally on birch wood in the dense forests of China. Mushroom farmers collect the superfood fungus before drying and grounding it into a fine brown powder. Chaga contains natural phytochemicals that act as antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and nutrients.

Chaga has a subtle aroma and taste. It blends easily with hot or cold beverages and savoury recipes. Chaga is a wonderful mushroom to add to coffee as it doesn’t change the flavour and gives you an extra hit of antioxidants.

How to use it?

Add one teaspoon Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder to your coffee or chai, or you could try this delicious winter recipe:

Chaga Miso Magic

1-2 tbs miso soup

½ tsp The Source Bulk Foods Organic Chaga Mushroom Powder

1 cup The Source Bulk Foods Chicken or Vegetable Stock Power (mixed with boiling water)

1 shallot, thinly sliced, to garnish

Fresh or dried herbs, to garnish

Add all ingredients to a bowl or mug and mix well.

Garnish with shallots and herbs, and enjoy warm!

Organic Wild-harvested Reishi Mushroom Powder

What is it?

This Organic Reishi Mushroom Powder is wild harvested from the forests of Zhejiang Province, China. Grown naturally on willow wood, this fungus’s fruiting body is collected by mushroom farmers then dried and ground into a fine brown powder.

Traditionally, Reishi mushroom is known in China as the “immortality mushroom” and has been used to support and balance the nervous system. As Reishi mushroom contains adaptogenic properties, it has been said to help reduce stress and improve sleep. The only way to find out is by trying it for yourself!

How to use it?

Add one teaspoon Organic Reishi Mushroom Powder to your coffee or chai, or try this easy dessert recipe:

Raw Reishi Chocolate Fudge 

½-1 tsp The Source Bulk Foods Organic Reishi Mushroom Powder

½ cup nut butter of choice

1 tbs cacao butter, melted

¼ cup coconut cream

½ cup coconut oil, melted

¼ cup raw cacao powder

1 tbs maple syrup or honey

¼ tsp vanilla bean paste or essence

Pinch sea salt

Toppings

Antioxidant Super Blend, Cacao Super Mix or Organic Cacao Buckinis

Mix all fudge ingredients (except toppings) in a food processor and blend well.

Pour the liquid in small moulds, cupcakes or a tray lined with baking paper.

Place in the freezer for 30 minutes.

Sprinkle over your favourite The Source Bulk Foods toppings and slice. Serve and enjoy!

Organic Lion’s Mane Mushroom Powder

Organic Lion’s Mane is native to Asia, Europe and North America. The finely ground powder has a sweet, earthy aroma and a delicious, savoury flavour with woody and marine notes.

Lion’s Mane has been used for centuries in traditional Chinese healing, where it is considered the best general health tonic of the mushroom kingdom. It is particularly valued for its properties that are believed to contribute to improved brain function and concentration. This is why Lion’s Mane makes a great addition to your daily coffee or chai routine.

How to use it?

Add one to two teaspoon Organic Lion’s Mane Mushroom Powder to your coffee or chai, or try this tasty dressing recipe:

Lion’s Mane Salad Dressing

2 tbs balsamic vinegar

1 tbs maple syrup or honey

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tsp The Source Bulk Foods Organic Lion’s Mane Mushroom Powder

Sea salt & pepper

½ cup extra-virgin olive oil

2 tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped

Combine all ingredients in a bowl (except olive oil and basil) and whisk well. Slowly add olive oil to emulsify. Stir in basil.

Drizzle over salad or eggs.