Dried Black Fungus/ Cloud Ear/ Wood Ear/ Ear Fungus/ Tree Ear/ Wood Fungus, Muer, Edible Fungus

Specifications

Black fungus, or black Chinese fungus, ear fungus, cloud ear fungus, wood ear fungus

[Introduction]

Black fungus, or black Chinese fungus, ear fungus, cloud ear fungus, wood ear fungus, tree ear fungus or wood fungus, is an edible jelly fungus. Its name is an allusion to its rubbery ear-shaped growth. It is gray-brown in color and often used in Asian cooking. 

[Medical Use]

The nutritional content of 100 g (3.5 oz) of dried fungus includes 370 kcal, 10.6 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat, 65 g of carbohydrate, 5.8 g ash, and 0.03% mg of carotene. In food therapy, it is often used to help enrich blood.

[Culinary Use]

Black fungus is a popular ingredient in many Chinese cuisines, whether in hot dishes or salad. It is prized for its slippery but slightly crunchy texture.

Before soaking:10g dried fungus

During soaking:

the water is very clean, proving that there is no chemicals.

After soaking: 140g rehydrated fungus enough for making a dish