The oyster family · Grown in Lexington, KY
Oyster mushrooms
Ten varieties, from coral-pink to slate-blue. Some are ready to enjoy now, while others are still being cultivated. As each harvest peaks, it goes from our grow rooms to your table.
Why cooks love oysters
Oyster mushrooms are some of the most versatile mushrooms in the kitchen. They cook quickly, take on flavor beautifully and range from delicate to downright meaty.
Thin, ruffled varieties like pink and golden oysters crisp up in a hot pan. Dense ones like king trumpet and black pearl hold their shape and sear like scallops or chicken. Mild ones like snow and summer white soak up butter, garlic, soy and ginger.
How to cook them
- Sear
- A hot pan, a little oil, and patience. Let them brown undisturbed before you stir.
- Roast
- Tear into pieces, toss with oil and salt, and roast until the edges turn crisp and golden.
- Stir-fry
- Add them late and keep the heat high so they stay tender, not soggy.
- Soups & sauces
- Simmer them in broth, ramen or cream sauces, where they add a savory depth.
Keep them fresh
- Refrigerate right away in a paper bag or breathable container
- Skip sealed plastic, which traps moisture
- Clean gently, just before cooking
- Enjoy delicate varieties within 3 to 5 days
Want a recipe to start with? Try our crispy mushroom fries.
Good to know
Questions, answered.
Where can I buy oyster mushrooms near Lexington, KY?
Order them from our online farm store for delivery in Lexington and Winchester, or pick up at the farm Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm. You can also find our fresh mushrooms at Full Circle Market in Winchester and Dodd's Corner Farmers Market in Nicholasville.
Which oyster mushrooms are in the farm store?
Pink, golden, blue, grey dove, summer white, Italian, king trumpet, black pearl and PoHu oysters are listed in our online farm store. What's ready changes with every harvest, so the store always shows this week's mushrooms.
How do you clean oyster mushrooms?
Gently. Oyster mushrooms are grown indoors and rarely need more than a shake or a soft brush. If they need a rinse, do it right before cooking and pat them dry. Avoid soaking them.
How should I store oyster mushrooms?
Refrigerate them in a paper bag or breathable container rather than sealed plastic. Delicate varieties like pink and golden oysters are best within 3 to 5 days. Sturdier ones like king trumpet keep a week or more.
How do you cook oyster mushrooms?
Tear them along the gills, then sear them in a hot pan with a little oil and leave them alone for a minute or two so the edges brown and crisp. Don't crowd the pan, or they'll steam instead of sear.
Do you deliver oyster mushrooms?
Yes. We deliver to Lexington and Winchester, Kentucky. Order from the online farm store and choose a delivery date at checkout. You can also pick up at the farm Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm.
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