chanterelle

[shan-tuh-rel, shan-tuh-rel]

chanterelle Definition

• 1. an edible, orange or yellow mushroom with a funnel-shaped cap and a meaty texture
• 2. any of various other mushrooms having a similar appearance

Using chanterelle: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "chanterelle" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The chanterelles are sautéed in butter and served over pasta.

• Example

  The dish is garnished with fresh chanterelles.

• Example

  The recipe calls for a pound of chanterelle mushrooms.

chanterelle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for chanterelle

• golden chanterelle
• girolle

Phrases with chanterelle

• false chanterelle

  any of several mushrooms that resemble the true chanterelle but are not edible

  Example

  The false chanterelle is often mistaken for the true chanterelle.

• winter chanterelle

  a species of edible mushroom that grows in winter

  Example

  The winter chanterelle is a popular ingredient in Scandinavian cuisine.

• black trumpet chanterelle

  a type of edible mushroom with a black trumpet-shaped cap

  Example

  The black trumpet chanterelle has a rich, smoky flavor.

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Summary: chanterelle in Brief

A 'chanterelle' [shan-tuh-rel, shan-tuh-rel] is an edible mushroom with a funnel-shaped cap and a meaty texture. It is often sautéed in butter and used as a garnish or ingredient in dishes. Other mushrooms that resemble the true chanterelle but are not edible are called 'false chanterelles.' The 'winter chanterelle' is a species of edible mushroom that grows in winter, while the 'black trumpet chanterelle' has a black trumpet-shaped cap and a rich, smoky flavor.