Why chanterelles are not wormy? Answer from: Papa Stasik:you're a programmer... Because chanterelles contain D-mannose, which is even used as an antihelminthic drug. Worms can't tolerate it, and it's perfectly safe for humans. Related Questions: How to cook chanterelles to not be bitter? What is the concentration and how much vinegar should be added to marinate chanterelles? How to salt chanterelles cold without cooking? What to do if frozen chanterelles are bitter? How to save chanterelles for a few days in the fridge? mushrooms