WOODEAR, FIRST QUALITY
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WOODEAR, FIRST QUALITY
WOODEAR-1
Description:
Woodear mushrooms, also known as Black Fungus or Tree Ear, are cultivated all over the world but grown for the commercial dry market almost exclusively in China. Woodear look like ears growing out of trees, hence their name. This mushroom is used often in Asian cooking and is easily mistaken for the Cloud Ear mushroom. Woodear mushrooms are a flattened plate-like cap that spans about 1 to 8 inches across with a wave of convoluted curls and crevices, similar to an ear. They are brownish tan in color with a black exterior and have a firm skin, springy texture, which becomes crunchy when cooked. Woodear has a mild, earthy flavor yet boast a delicate forest aroma. Woodear mushrooms are believed to prevent heart disease and contain anticoagulant-type substances.
Product Description
Woodear mushrooms are cultivated all over the world but grown for the commercial dry market almost exclusively in China. They are thought to look like ears growing out of trees, hence the name. This mushroom has other names such as tree ear and black fungus. It is often confused with the cloud ear. Woodear mushrooms are believed by many to be good for the heart. When reconstituted, the brownish tan inner color blends with the black exterior color to create a singled colored brownish black mushroom. The Woodear has a firm skin with a slightly crunchy texture and an earthy flavor. Shredded Woodear mushrooms are thin, long slices of the whole Woodear mushroom.
Physical
Color: Silver to light tan inside, black inside.
Flavor: Typical of dried mushrooms, earthy, smokey.
Size: Approximately 1½ inches in length, 1 to 2 inches in width.
Chemical
Moisture: <20% Sulfites: Heat Level: N/A
Ingredient Statement:
Woodear Mushrooms.
Shelf Life: Min 12 months (under optimum storage conditions).
Packaging: Bag in box or to customer specification.
Storage Conditions: Store in a dry, cool place.
Microbiological
SPC: <500,000 cfu / g
COLIFORM: <2500 cfu / g
YEAST: <5000 cfu / g
MOLD: <5000 cfu / g
Due to the nature of raw, agricultural products, the microbiological data provided should be considered as guidelines.
About Nutritional Information
Chieftain Wild Rice Company gathers nutritional information from highly regarded sources. Nutritional analysis can vary due to growing conditions, frequency of testing, and other factors.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
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Serving Size 100g (uncooked) Number of Servings |
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| Amount Per Serving | |
| Calories 296 | Calories from Fat 9 |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0g | 0% |
| Sodium 13mg | 1% |
| % | |
| Total Carbohydrate 75g | 25% |
| Dietary Fiber 12g | 48% |
| Sugars 2g | |
| Protein 10g | % |
| Vitamin A | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 7% |
| Calcium | 1% |
| Iron | 11% |
| * The Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. | |
Soak or simmer the dried chips until they soften, and then rinse carefully to remove any grit. Woodear is often called for as an ingredient in pork recipes but can be used with most meat. Adding Wood Ear to Oriental soup gives the dish an authentic flavor and interesting texture. Make a wonderful cream pasta sauce with onions, garlic, basil and sliced Wood Ears. Try them in stir-fry and stuffing. Can be used in meatloaf, salads, sauces, soups, stews, risotto, and in burgers.
Recommended Preparation Instructions:
To reconstitute, place desired amount into a bowl covered with boiling water and let soak for 15-20 minutes. Rinse and add directly to recipe that will cook for at least 25 minutes. One ounce dry reconstitutes to 3-4 ounces.
Substitutes: Cloud Ear mushroom.