Clean a portabella mushroom properly to remove dirt and debris.
Portabello mushrooms can be enjoyed plain or stuffed. The mushrooms have large caps, which make them ideal for meals. Before you eat or cook portabello mushrooms, clean them properly and carefully, as they are delicate. Dirt and debris can hide in the crevices of the mushroom. After cleaning, the mushrooms need to dry thoroughly to prevent them from soaking up water.
Instructions
1. Place the portabello mushrooms in a colander.
2. Turn the cold water on. Pick up a portabello mushroom.
3. Scrub the portabello mushroom under the running water with a vegetable brush gently.
4. Rub dirt and debris off the mushroom with your fingers under the running water. Remove all of the dirt and then place the portabello mushroom on paper towels to dry. Pat the mushrooms dry before you prepare them.
5. Alternately, wipe mushrooms clean with a damp paper towel. This will prevent mushrooms from absorbing too much water.
6. Trim the stems from the bottom of the portabello mushroom with a knife. The stems have a woody texture and are not suitable for eating.
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