Mushroom Conserva | Zero Acre Farms

Mushroom Conserva

February 11, 2024

WRITTEN BY: Zero Acre and recipe by Chef Stuart Brioza, State Bird Provisions

Straight from the Michelin-starred kitchen to your home, Chef Stuart Brioza of State Bird Provisions shares his process for preparing mushroom conserva, a technique that preserves an ingredient’s flavor and integrity.

Zero Acre’s neutral-tasting oil preserves the delicate flavors of the mushrooms for an extended length of time and can be served hot or cold.

Mushroom Conserva

Ingredients

• 1 lb mixed mushrooms (maitake, shiitake, hon shimeji, chanterelle)
• 1 cup sliced shallot
• 2 cloves thinly sliced garlic
• Peelings of 1 lemon
• 2 sprigs rosemary
• 3 sprigs thyme
• 1 pint Zero Acre oil (Pro tip: Since ZAO doesn’t solidify when chilled, store in the fridge or freezer)
• 1 tbsp sea salt
• Several cracks of black pepper

Instructions

1. Combine everything in a sauce pot, slowly bring to a simmer until everything is tender
2. Allow to cool at room temperature
3. Pack & store in refrigerator for up to 7 days