Canned Goods

Rice-straw mushrooms (volvariella volvacea (เห็ดฟาง het fang in Thai) are a favorite addition to clear soups like Tom Yum. Like tofu, these mushrooms take on the flavors of the dish and also add texture. These small high domed mushrooms are brown with grey colored tips and are traditionally grown on rice straw. Because the fresh mushrooms are highly perishable, it is practical to use the canned mushrooms.