1 Can Cistanchis be eaten if they are moldy

It depends on the situation.

Whether or not Cistanchis can be eaten depends on the degree of mold. If the degree of mold is not very serious, you can cut off the moldy part of Cistanchis, and the other intact part can still be eaten. However, if the mold is more serious, it is not recommended to consume it, because the moldy part will produce a lot of harmful mold and bacteria, and consuming this kind of Cistanchis will not only fail to achieve the desired effect, but also may damage the liver, gastrointestinal system and even respiratory system.

2 What does moldy Cistanchis look like

Under normal circumstances, the color of unprocessed Cistanchis is dark brown or grey-brown, and processed Cistanchis is black, with a little bit of sticky and wet feeling, and a light smell. If Cistanchis are moldy, there will be green or white spots on the surface of the herb, and it may even have white hairs, moths, and a bad smell.

3 How to deal with moldy Cistanchis

If the mold is not serious, you can continue to consume it in this way:

1. Use a knife to dig out the moldy part, and put it into the water to clean it.

2. Put the washed Cistanchis into a bowl, add water to the pot, and steam the Cistanchis for about 20-30 minutes.

3. Then take out the steamed Cistanchis, put it in a dry and ventilated place to dry, and then seal it.

4 How to keep Cistanchis best

If Cistanchis is not properly preserved, it is easy to get moldy and moth-eaten, so pay attention to moisture-proof and moth-proof when preserving, you can seal Cistanchis in a plastic bag and store it in a dry and ventilated place to avoid moisture and direct sunlight. Or place the Cistanchis in the refrigerator to save is also very good, the first will be steamed in water, steamed and dried water, sealed into a glass jar, cover the lid, and then placed in the refrigerator, so that the preservation of the Cistanchis can also be stored for a long time.