Cordycep Lions Mane Seasoning / Spice

Cordycep Lions Mane Seasoning / Spice is a savory kitchen blend built around two dried mushrooms, Cordyceps and Lion's Mane, rounded out with onion, garlic, paprika, black pepper and sea salt. It is a spice shaker, not a capsule: the point is rich, earthy umami on food, with the mushrooms doing the flavor work while quietly bringing their natural constituents along. Plant-based, sold in a single size.

At a glance

• Savory kitchen blend of Cordyceps and Lion's Mane mushrooms
• Rounded out with onion, garlic, paprika, black pepper and sea salt
• A spice shaker, not a capsule, with no measured serving
• Whole-mushroom seasoning, not an extract, no percentages
• Earthy, savory and full-bodied, not sweet or spicy-hot
• Plant-based, sold in a single size

The herb. Lion's Mane (Hericium erinaceus) is a white, cascading tooth fungus of hardwood forests, eaten as a delicacy in China and Japan for centuries; it carries hericenones in the fruiting body and erinacines in the mycelium. Cordyceps (Cordyceps militaris and Cordyceps sinensis are the species used in herbal practice) has been simmered into broths and duck soups in Chinese kitchens for generations, and its notable compound is cordycepin.

What's in it. This is a whole-mushroom seasoning, not an extract, so no percentages are claimed. The dried mushrooms bring their beta-glucans, hericenones and cordycepin in the amounts a sprinkle carries; onion and garlic add sulfur compounds and savory depth; paprika adds carotenoid color and sweetness; black pepper supplies piperine and bite; sea salt ties it together.

Dosage, first time. There is no measured serving because this is a seasoning, so season to taste. Start with a light sprinkle over roasted vegetables or a soup, taste, and add more if you want the umami forward. It carries salt, so go easy before salting the dish separately.

Regular use. Use it like any everyday spice blend, on grains, salads, soups, roasted vegetables, sauces and marinades. For a measured daily amount of either mushroom, a dedicated powder or whole fruiting body is the better tool.

What to expect. An earthy, savory, full-bodied flavor with garlic and onion up front, mild smoky sweetness from the paprika, and a deep, meaty mushroom finish. It is not sweet and not spicy-hot. For the mushrooms on their own, see our Cordyceps Fruiting Body Whole Mushroom and Lion's Mane Fruiting Body.

Side effects. At seasoning amounts side effects are unlikely, though people sensitive to mushrooms may notice mild digestive upset, and garlic and onion disagree with some stomachs. Reduce or stop if you notice anything. Not for anyone with a mushroom allergy.

Interactions and cautions.

• Cordyceps may slow blood clotting, so consult a healthcare professional if you take blood-thinning medication or are preparing for surgery
• Consult a professional if pregnant, nursing, or on medication

Ingredients and storage.

• Cordyceps Mushroom
• Lion's Mane Mushroom
• Onion
• Garlic
• Paprika
• Black Pepper
• Sea Salt

Keep the shaker tightly closed in a cool, dry cupboard.

Common questions

• What does Cordyceps Lion's Mane Seasoning taste like? Earthy and savory with garlic, onion and mild paprika sweetness.
• Can I use this Lion's Mane and Cordyceps seasoning without cooking it? Yes, it works as a finishing sprinkle on salads and grains.
• Is this seasoning salty? It contains sea salt, so taste before adding more salt.

Disclaimer. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Cordyceps and Lion's Mane are traditional botanicals, and traditional use does not establish that they will produce any particular result. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you take any medication or have a medical condition. Use at your own risk and keep out of reach of children. Formulated by Healing Herbals, run by a practicing herbalist of 13+ years.