Brined Mushrooms in Drums

Product Overview

Brined mushrooms in drums are a widely used semi-processed mushroom product designed for industrial food manufacturing, foodservice preparation, and further processing. Fresh mushrooms are carefully selected, washed, blanched, and preserved in a controlled salt brine solution, then packed in food-grade plastic drums. This preservation method maintains the mushroom’s structure, natural color, and mild flavor while ensuring extended shelf life and stable quality during long-distance transportation and bulk storage.

Brined mushrooms serve as a flexible raw material for processors who require consistent size, texture, and microbiological stability before final cooking, seasoning, or packaging.

Raw Material & Selection

Only sound, mature mushrooms are used for Brined Mushrooms in Drums. Common varieties include:

• Champignon / White Button Mushroom (Agaricus bisporus)

• Whole mushrooms

• Slices

• Stems & pieces (upon request)

Mushrooms are harvested at optimal maturity to ensure firm texture and uniform appearance. Incoming raw materials undergo visual inspection, size grading, and defect removal prior to processing.

Processing Method

The production of Brined Mushrooms in Drums follows standardized and hygienic procedures:

1. Cleaning & Sorting
   Fresh mushrooms are cleaned to remove soil and foreign matter, then sorted by size and shape.

2. Blanching
   Mushrooms are briefly blanched to deactivate enzymes, stabilize color, and reduce microbial load.

3. Cooling
   Rapid cooling helps preserve texture and prevents over-softening.

4. Brining
   Mushrooms are immersed in a food-grade salt solution with controlled salinity. The brine concentration can be adjusted according to customer specifications.

5. Drum Filling & Sealing
   The mushrooms and brine are filled into sealed plastic drums under hygienic conditions.

6. Quality Inspection
   Final products are tested for salt level, pH, appearance, odor, and microbiological safety.

Brined Mushrooms in Drums Characteristics

• Color: Natural off-white to light cream

• Texture: Firm yet tender, suitable for further cooking

• Flavor: Neutral, lightly salty, ideal for seasoning

• Odor: Clean and characteristic mushroom aroma

• Brine: Clear to slightly cloudy, no foreign matter

Typical Specifications

Specifications may be adjusted according to buyer requirements.

Packaging & Loading of Brined Mushrooms in Drums

• Packaging:

  • Food-grade plastic drums

  • Inner polyethylene liner

  • Tamper-evident sealed lids

• Drum Sizes:

  • 50 kg

• Container Loading (Indicative):

  • 370 drums per 20’ container

Applications

Brined mushrooms in drums are widely used as an ingredient or semi-finished product in:

• Canned mushroom production

• Frozen mushroom processing

• Ready-meal manufacturing

• Sauces, soups, and gravies

• Pizza toppings and pasta dishes

• Foodservice kitchens and central kitchens

After desalting and rinsing, the mushrooms can be seasoned, cooked, or further processed according to the final product requirements.

Storage & Handling

• Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated warehouse

• Avoid direct sunlight and heat exposure

• Once opened, unused product should be kept refrigerated and used promptly

• Stir or rotate contents before use to ensure uniformity

Quality & Safety Control

• HACCP-based production system

• Full traceability from raw material to finished product

• Regular microbiological testing

• Compliance with international food safety standards

• COA, MSDS, and specification sheets available upon request

Advantages for Buyers

• Long shelf life without freezing

• Cost-effective bulk solution

• Stable quality for industrial processing

• Flexible salt and cut options

• Suitable for multiple downstream applications

Buyer FAQ

Q1: Can the salt level be customized?
Yes, salt concentration can be adjusted according to your processing needs.

Q2: Are whole and sliced mushrooms available?
Yes, whole, halves, slices, and other cuts can be supplied.

Q3: Is the product ready-to-eat?
No, brined mushrooms are a semi-processed ingredient and should be rinsed and cooked before consumption.

Q4: What is the shelf life?
Up to 24 months when stored unopened under recommended conditions.

Q5: Can private labeling or OEM packing be arranged?
Yes, OEM specifications and private-label requirements are supported.