White Chanterelle: All You Need To Know

You have just found chanterelles, but these are a white? You have surely come across the white chanterelle (Cantharellus subalbidus).

Find out everything you need to know about it!

Is The White Chanterelle Edible?

Yes, just like the golden chanterelle (cantharellus cibarius), the white chanterelle is an excellent edible! It is quite identical to its cousin, the golden chanterelle.

To eat it, nothing could be simpler: you have to cook it for at least 15 minutes, starting on low heat so that it is not elastic.

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How To Identify The White Chanterelle?

• Its cap has a beautiful cream to white color. It measures between 3 and 15 cm (1-6 in) in diameter and is fleshy.
• Its stem is full and quite fleshy as well. The same color as the hat.
• Folds: They are numerous and forked. Decurrents on the foot.
• Its flesh is generally lighter than on the outside.
• Its smell is similar to that of yellow fruits (peach, apricot)

Where Does The White Chanterelle Grow?

This one grows in acidic soil. It likes relatively warm and humid climates. It will often be found in developed undergrowth. In addition, it is associated with deciduous trees and conifers (oak, chestnut, beech, spruce, fir)

In summary, it often grows in the same type of place as the golden chanterelle. Besides, we wrote an article on the subject. Find out more precisely where to find golden chanterelles, here.

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