{"title":"Dried Mushroom","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"fresh-aisle-dried-black-fungus-mushroom","title":"Dried Black Fungus Mushroom - Fresh Aisle","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlack fungus (\u003cem\u003eAuricularia polytricha\u003c\/em\u003e) is an edible wild mushroom sometimes known as tree ear or cloud ear fungus, given its dark, ear-like shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile predominantly found in China, it also thrives in tropical climates like the Pacific Islands, Nigeria, Hawaii, and India. It grows on tree trunks and fallen logs in the wild but can be cultivated as well (\u003ca title=\"Systematics of the genus auricularia with an emphasis on species from the southeastern united states | looney | north american fungi\" class=\"content-link css-5r4717\" href=\"https:\/\/openjournals.wsu.edu\/index.php\/pnwfungi\/article\/view\/1126\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/openjournals.wsu.edu\/index.php\/pnwfungi\/article\/view\/1126\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Systematics of the genus auricularia with an emphasis on species from the southeastern united states | looney | north american fungi\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown for its jelly-like consistency and distinct chewiness, black fungus is a popular culinary ingredient across a range of Asian dishes. It has likewise been used in traditional Chinese medicine for hundreds of years (\u003ca title=\"Analysis of nutritional quality of black fungus cultivated with corn stalks\" class=\"content-link css-5r4717\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/jfq\/2019\/9590251\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/jfq\/2019\/9590251\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Analysis of nutritional quality of black fungus cultivated with corn stalks\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis article reviews the uses, nutrients, and benefits of black fungus, as well as any precautions you may need to take.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca class=\"chartbeat-section\" name=\"uses\"\u003eHow is black fungus used?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack fungus is usually sold in dried form. Before you eat it, it needs to be reconstituted in warm water for at least 1 hour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile soaking, the mushrooms expand 3–4 times in size. Keep this in mind when you’re cooking, as small amounts can go a long way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile black fungus is marketed under several names, it’s technically different than the wood ear mushroom (\u003cem\u003eAuricularia auricula-judae\u003c\/em\u003e), its botanical cousin. Nonetheless, these fungi boast similar nutrient profiles and culinary uses and are sometimes referred to interchangeably (\u003ca title=\"Systematics of the genus auricularia with an emphasis on species from the southeastern united states | looney | north american fungi\" href=\"https:\/\/openjournals.wsu.edu\/index.php\/pnwfungi\/article\/view\/1126\" class=\"content-link css-5r4717\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/openjournals.wsu.edu\/index.php\/pnwfungi\/article\/view\/1126\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Systematics of the genus auricularia with an emphasis on species from the southeastern united states | looney | north american fungi\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack fungus is a popular ingredient in Malaysian, Chinese, and Maori cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a bit coarser than the wood ear mushroom and frequently used in soups. As it has a fairly neutral taste, it’s even added to Cantonese desserts. Like\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Tofu: nutrients, benefits, downsides, and more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/what-is-tofu\" class=\"content-link css-5r4717\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/what-is-tofu\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Tofu: nutrients, benefits, downsides, and more\"\u003etofu\u003c\/a\u003e, it absorbs the flavors of the dish it’s a part of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the 19th century, black fungus has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to alleviate symptoms of several conditions, including jaundice and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"The 15 best foods to eat when you\u0026amp;#x27;re sick\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/15-best-foods-when-sick\" class=\"content-link css-5r4717\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/15-best-foods-when-sick\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about The 15 best foods to eat when you\u0026amp;#x27;re sick\"\u003esore throats\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(\u003ca title=\"Analysis of nutritional quality of black fungus cultivated with corn stalks\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/jfq\/2019\/9590251\/\" class=\"content-link css-5r4717\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.hindawi.com\/journals\/jfq\/2019\/9590251\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Visit a webpage about Analysis of nutritional quality of black fungus cultivated with corn stalks\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSUMMARY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack fungus is fairly neutral in taste and can take on many flavors. It’s quite popular in Asia, where it’s regularly added to soups, and it has long been used in traditional Chinese medicine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fresh Aisle","offers":[{"title":"50 gm","offer_id":44121901662427,"sku":"FRA\/4738","price":149.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0424\/4337\/4744\/files\/dried-black-fungus-mushroom-fresh-aisle-50-gm-herbs-seasoning-534.jpg?v=1739192841"},{"product_id":"fresh-aisle-dried-white-fungus-mushroom","title":"Dried White Fungus Mushroom - Fresh Aisle","description":"","brand":"Fresh Aisle","offers":[{"title":"60 gm","offer_id":44121903202523,"sku":"FRA\/4739","price":299.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0424\/4337\/4744\/files\/dried-white-fungus-mushroom-fresh-aisle-60-gm-dried-herbs-seasoning-945.jpg?v=1739192840"},{"product_id":"fresh-aisle-dried-shitake-mushroom","title":"Dried Shitake Mushroom - Fresh Aisle","description":"\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical a-spacing-mini\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eShiitake mushrooms are high in B vitamins, and they serve as a food source of vitamin D. Some shiitake health benefits include its ability to aid weight loss, support cardiovascular health, fight cancer cells, improve energy levels and brain function, reduce inflammation, and support the immune system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003eMake delicious Shiitake Salad, Asian dumplings, Risottos, Stocks and Soups with these.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fresh Aisle","offers":[{"title":"50 gm","offer_id":44121903235291,"sku":"FRA\/4740","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0424\/4337\/4744\/files\/dried-shitake-mushroom-fresh-aisle-50-gm-herbs-seasoning-522.jpg?v=1739192839"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.freshaisle.com\/collections\/dried-mushroom.oembed","provider":"Fresh Aisle ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}