To settle the washing-versus-wiping debate and ensure both food safety and optimal flavor, chef and certified nutritionist Serena Poon, C.N., shares the best way to clean mushrooms. When they absorb too much water, mushrooms can’t achieve a crispy, flavorful texture. Instead, they’ll be waterlogged and soggy, Poon says. “Generally, you want your mushrooms to be tender on the inside and crispy and browned on the outside,” she explains. For extra peace of mind, she recommends following these four food-safety precautions when shopping and cleaning:
