{"product_id":"king-oyster-mushroom-liquid-culture","title":"King Oyster Mushroom Liquid Culture (Pleurotus eryngii)","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe largest of the oyster species — with meaty white stems and chestnut-colored caps, king oyster looks quite different from other oyster varieties. Where most oysters produce clusters of fans, king oyster produces thick, dense, cylindrical stems with small caps that make it resemble a portobello in both appearance and culinary application. The stem is the primary eating surface. Firm, dense, and extraordinarily satisfying.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFlavor is mild, slightly sweet, with a umami depth that makes it one of the most versatile edible species in cultivation. Slice the stem into medallions and sear them at high heat — the result is steak-like in texture and satisfaction. Exceptional in ramen, risotto, and as a scallop substitute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eKing oyster prefers wood over straw as a substrate — hardwood pellets or supplemented hardwood sawdust produce the best stem development and yield. Colonization is slower than other oysters and fruiting requires cooler temperatures and a cold shock trigger. More demanding than other oyster varieties but the culinary result justifies the added attention.\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate. \u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardwood pellets, supplemented sawdust. \u003cstrong\u003eFruiting temp:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55–65°F. \u003cstrong\u003eYield potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-High.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Green Wolf","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54351293219121,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0991\/0108\/1905\/files\/Nouvel_atlas_de_poche_des_champignons_comestibles_et_veneneux__Pl._30__BHL3894972.jpg?v=1779945009","url":"https:\/\/thegreenwolf.org\/products\/king-oyster-mushroom-liquid-culture","provider":"The Green Wolf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}