Study finds listeria in all Bangkok enoki mushroom samples
Thailand's National Food Institute tested five raw enoki mushroom samples from Bangkok shops and found Listeria monocytogenes in every sample. The bacteria can cause listeriosis, a serious infection for pregnant women, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems.
What this means for you
- Residents and tourists who eat enoki mushrooms should cook them to at least 74°C by boiling or stir-frying for several minutes, not just dipping briefly in hot soup.
- Avoid eating raw enoki mushrooms or adding them raw as garnishes.
- Keep raw mushrooms separate from other foods and wash hands and surfaces after handling.
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