Funghi
Hen of the Woods
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Hen of the woods is the English folk name for maitake—clusters resembling ruffled feathers at oak bases. Flavour is deep and savoury; texture meaty when roasted. Autumn foraging icon; roast with oil and salt. Cultivated hens are milder but excellent. Clean dirt from base fronds carefully.
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AutumnFolk NameMeatyOak BaseRuffledSavoury
History
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Hen of the woods named G. frondosa in American foraging English.
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Eastern US autumn hunts celebrated giant hen clusters.