Auricularia auricula, a common edible fungus, belongs to Auricularia. It gets its name from its black or dark brown appearance and its shape is like an ear, so it is also called "auricularia auricula". Auricularia auricula grows on tree trunks and branches, mainly distributed all over Asia, especially in China, Japan and South Korea. It likes humid environment and usually grows after rain or wet season.
The appearance of auricularia auricula is thin and soft, and the texture is moderate. It has a special gelatinous texture, which will become soft and elastic during cooking, and can absorb the surrounding sauce. Because of its rich taste, auricularia auricula is widely used in Asian dishes.
In cooking, auricularia auricula is usually used for stewing soup, cold salad or as an ingredient in cooking. It can be matched with vegetables, meat, seafood, etc. to add flavor and taste. At the same time, because of its unique texture, Auricularia auricula is also widely used in vegetarian and meat-replacing foods to increase the richness of taste.
Matters needing attention in purchasing auricularia auricula
1, Appearance: Select Auricularia auricula with complete appearance, uniform color and no damage or deterioration. Auricularia auricula with spots or moldy surfaces should be avoided.
2, texture: high-quality black fungus should be soft and elastic, feel non-sticky or dry. Try to pinch it gently with your hand. Qualified auricularia auricula should be easy to bend and recover its shape.
3. Smell: Auricularia auricula should have no peculiar smell or musty smell. If you smell pungent or rancid, it may be a sign of deterioration and you should avoid buying it.
4. Packaging: Choose the sealed auricularia auricula to ensure its freshness and hygiene.
5, brand reputation: buy black fungus from brands or businesses with good reputation and reputation, which can increase the reliability and safety of ingredients.
6. Origin: Understand the origin and production methods of auricularia auricula. Generally speaking, the quality of auricularia auricula produced in Asian countries such as China, Japanese and Korean is good.
Reference to the above content: Baidu Encyclopedia-Auricularia auricula