Canned Mushrooms
Champignon mushrooms, specifically Agaricus bisporus (commonly known as button mushrooms), are widely consumed and are an important product in the canned mushroom segment.
Canned champignons are generally blanched and may be packed whole or cut into slices. They are convenient, shelf-stable and ready to use in pasta dishes, meat dishes, side dishes and pizzas.
During processing, fresh mushrooms can be sliced and packed in brine before the containers are sealed and heat processed. Compared with fresh mushrooms, canned mushrooms have a longer shelf life and can be kept available for use when required.
Canned mushrooms do not have exactly the same firm texture as fresh mushrooms and products packed in brine may contain significant amounts of sodium.