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[–] [email protected] 9 points 8 months ago (4 children)

But are they edible?

[–] [email protected] 14 points 8 months ago* (last edited 8 months ago)
[–] [email protected] 13 points 8 months ago

German Wikipedia says it's edible but it doesn't taste good.

[–] [email protected] 7 points 8 months ago (2 children)

Surely someone has tried?

[–] [email protected] 2 points 8 months ago (1 children)

I've tried a close relative, the stinkhorn (aptly named phallus impudicus). While in the egg phase, the slimy outer layer can be peeled off. Then you cut the inside into thin wedges, and fry them in oil. They taste like earthier french fries. The stuff in the post I've only ever encountered in the mature stage, so I never got to try this recipe with them. Since they are very similar in most aspects, I'd guess the technique should work.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 8 months ago

Well I love fries almost as much as I love dirt so now I want to try them

[–] [email protected] 4 points 8 months ago

Would be a vegan alternative to sea food