matsutake
/ˌmɑtsuˈtɑki/
noun
- A highly prized edible mushroom with a spicy, aromatic flavor, found in Asia, Europe, and North America.
- Foragers search for matsutake in pine forests during the autumn months.
- The chef used fresh matsutake mushrooms in the soup for a rich, earthy taste.
- Matsutake is considered a delicacy in Japanese cuisine and can be very expensive.