What is snow fungus? Uses, delicious dishes and caution when using

What is snow fungus? What are the uses of snow mushrooms? What do snow mushrooms make delicious? These are probably 3 of the many questions surrounding this snow fungus. Snow fungus is not only a culinary ingredient to create a delicious taste for dishes, this mushroom is considered as an extremely effective medicine. To be able to solve the whole question surrounding this fungus. Everyone, please take a few minutes to follow Dung Ha Dry Food to find out what snow mushrooms are, their uses and some delicious dishes!

1. What is Snow Mushroom?

Snow fungus is also known as the white ear fungus. This fungus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It was not until later that the snow fungus gradually spread to the temperate regions of Asia and North America. They grow on rotting logs or dead branches of broadleaf trees. With Vietnamese cuisine, very few people know about this mushroom. Mushrooms are being used by many people, such as: shiitake mushrooms, needle mushrooms, chicken thighs, …

1.1 Identifying characteristics of snow fungus

• Snow fungus has a translucent white flesh like its name. Around the mushroom flesh there is a slimy, quite elastic substance. At first glance, it looks very similar to jelly or dew. On average, each mushroom ear has a diameter of 10cm depending on how big or big the mushroom is. Snow mushroom flavor has a slightly fishy, sweet, light taste.

• For long-term use and easy storage. After being harvested, white wood ear mushrooms will be preliminarily processed and dried in the sun. Snow mushrooms after drying will no longer be milky white, but it will gradually turn to light yellow. The average weight at this time is only about 100 – 110g.

1.2 Nutritional composition of snow mushrooms

The nutritional value of Tuyet Nhi mushroom is quite rich and contains many nutrients that are beneficial to health both inside and out. Eg:

• Rich in useful vitamins such as Vitamins A, C, D and especially the Vitamin B group (B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B9, B12). These are the groups of vitamins that are extremely good for the cardiovascular system and the circulation of blood vessels.
• Contains a lot of Carotene fiber which is beneficial for the digestive system.
• Rich in good and essential minerals for the body such as: Calcium, Potassium, Sodium, Phosphorus, Zinc, Copper, Selenium, Magnesium,…
• Nutrition rich in macronutrients Protein, Lipid, Carbohydrate.

Moreover, this mushroom is one of the low-calorie foods. In 100 grams of dried snow mushrooms contain only about 200 calories. 200 Kcal is a lot, but eating mushrooms will not have cholesterol but still cool, not worrying about gaining weight but also losing weight.

1.3 Can snow mushrooms be eaten raw?

Snow mushrooms should not be eaten raw. Because when alive, dangerous toxic substances remain and they will directly affect health, leading to abdominal pain, diarrhea and nausea. To use snow mushrooms properly, snow mushrooms must be boiled before eating. In addition, you should eat with other additives to create many delicious, bold and healthy dishes.

2. What are the uses of snow mushrooms?

Here are some of the uses of snow mushrooms that you should refer to.

2.1 Prevent atherosclerosis

In Japan, snow fungus is not only a delicious dish but also a functional food that helps prevent atherosclerosis. Snow mushrooms have the property of reducing bad cholesterol in the blood. However, studies of snow fungus polysaccharides have confirmed that they help maintain cholesterol levels in cell membranes, but not in the blood.

2.2 Protecting heart health

According to a recent scientific study, snow fungus is very useful in the prevention of atherosclerosis. The reason is that they will stimulate the DNA synthesis of vascular endothelial cells. The dysfunction of this cell is the main factor causing the phenomenon: Atherosclerosis, hypertension, venous occlusion.

2.3 Treating diabetes

Polysaccharides in snow mushrooms help to lower blood sugar. They increase glucose excretion, improve glucose tolerance and increase insulin sensitivity. Snow mushrooms as potential hypoglycemic agents or functional foods for the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes.

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2.4 Promotes healthy skin and increased elasticity

2.5 Strengthening the body’s immune system

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2.6 Laxative, treatment of constipation and indigestion

3. What is the delicious dish of snow mushrooms?

3.1 Snow mushrooms cooked with tea

3.1.1 Preparation materials

• Snow mushrooms: 35gr
• Jujube: 6
• Goji jigsaw: 10 fruits
• Longan: 25gr
• Fresh lotus seeds: 25gr
• Rock sugar: 50gr
• Water: 2000ml

3.1.2 Preliminary processing of raw materials

• Snow mushrooms are washed under clean water
• Mix a basin of warm water (~75 degrees Celsius), put snow mushrooms in and soak for about 3 hours. Soak and change water continuously 2-3 times
• Pick up the snow mushrooms, drain the water, cut off the stalks, cut the mushrooms into bite-sized pieces
• Jujube + goji berries + longan are washed with warm water 2 times, drained
• Lotus seeds use sharp objects to communicate the lotus mind
• Wash lotus seeds with clean water, let dry

3.1.3 Implementation steps

• Put the pot on the stove with 2000ml of water, bring to a boil
• When the water is boiling, you put the lotus seeds into the stew for 20 minutes before the lotus seeds are soft
• Next, you put snow mushrooms + jujube + longan into the stew with lotus seeds for about 25 minutes
• Next, you put the goji berry + rock sugar into the cellar with all the ingredients for about 30 minutes
• Stir well to dissolve the rock sugar into the water and ingredients
• Taste it to see if it’s in your mouth
• If you are satisfied, turn off the stove, lower the pot and scoop the finished product into a bowl
• With snow mushroom tea that can be eaten in winter or summer, it is extremely delicious and nutritious

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3.2 Stir-fried snow mushrooms with beef

3.2.1 Preparation materials

• Beef: 250g
• Salt: 2 tablespoons
• Snow mushrooms: 80g
• Garlic: 2 bulbs
• Purple onion: 2 pieces
• Cooking oil: 2 tablespoons
• Need leek
• Seasoning: water ball, seasoning, monosodium glutamate, ground pepper

3.2.2 Preliminary processing of raw materials

• Buy beef, wash it under clean running water
• Mix the pot of diluted salt water, put the beef in salt water for about 7 minutes
• Pick up, rinse with clean water, drain
• Cut the beef into small pieces, just enough to eat, put in a bowl
• Red onion peeled, washed, minced
• Garlic peeled, washed, minced
• Leeks cut off the roots, pick up wilted, rotten, damaged leaves, etc
• Wash, dry, cut just enough to eat
• Snow mushrooms washed with clean water
• Mix a pot of warm water, put the snow mushrooms in and soak for 3 hours
• Pick up, rinse with clean water, dry
• Cut off the stem of the mushroom and cut it into small pieces

3.2.3 Implementation steps

• Put minced garlic + minced shallot + 1 fish sauce + 1 seasoning + 1 seasoning + 1 monosodium glutamate + 1 ground pepper into the bowl of chopped beef
• Wear nylon gloves, mix well
• Leave for about 30 minutes for the beef to infuse the seasoning
• Put the pan on the stove, add cooking oil, wait until the oil is hot, then add the minced garlic and fry until it smells good
• Garlic smells good, pour in beef and fry until cooked over medium heat for about 5 minutes
• Remove the beef to a bowl
• Continue to use the pan, add cooking oil, hot oil, then add celery and stir-fry for 7 minutes
• Add 1 seasoning + 1 seasoning + 1 monosodium glutamate, stir well to avoid burning
• Then, you put the chopped snow mushrooms on the island together with the celery for about 5 minutes
• Finally, you pour in the beef and stir-fry with all the ingredients for about 8 minutes
• Taste and taste to see if you’re ready to eat it
• If you are satisfied, turn off the heat, lower the pan, pour it out into a bowl and enjoy

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4. Be careful when using snow mushrooms

• Do not eat snow mushrooms during pregnancy, cough and cold
• Do not use snow mushrooms on an empty stomach
• Consuming too much snow fungus will cause internal bleeding
• Children under 4 years old should not use it because the digestive system is not yet mature
• Must disinfect snow fungus with hot water before processing
• It is recommended to buy snow mushrooms at reputable business establishments in the area

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5. Conclusion

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