Bamboo ear is also called jade fungus. It is also known as bamboo ear in coastal areas such as Fujian Province and Zhejiang Province.

Bamboo ears contain a lot of carbohydrates, protein, iron, calcium, phosphorus, carotene, vitamins and other nutrients. As a new generation Internet celebrity, it is not without two brushes. It is rich in crude fiber, has a crisp taste, is rich in nutrients, and can be vegetarian or meaty, adding great style to the dishes.

Characteristics of Bamboo Ear

The shape of the jade fungus is like an ear. Fresh jade fungus is in the shape of a gelatinous sheet, crystal clear. The diameter of the ear piece is 4 to 8 cm, elastic, and the ventral surface is smooth. It is concave, the edges are slightly rolled up, the back is convex, and there are fine villi, which are white or milky white. Round edges, single slices, small bowls, no tendons, and thick flesh are the best qualities pursued by fungus growers.

After drying, it shrinks to a horny shape, which is hard and brittle, with a milky white back; it expands after entering water and can be restored to its original shape, soft and translucent, with smooth mucus on the surface. The surface of high-quality jade fungus is beige, the belly is smooth, and the color is pleasant. It feels dry to the touch and has no grainy feel. It is white in color after rehydration and has no peculiar smell in the mouth.