When it comes to beauty foods, white fungus easily ranks in the top three. Its natural gelatinous properties deliver exceptional skin-moisturizing and spot-fading benefits. Plus, white fungus polysaccharides have a particular affinity for water, making its hydrating and moisture-locking effects comparable to hyaluronic acid!
While its lung-nourishing properties are well-known, traditional Chinese medicine also states that the lungs govern the skin and hair. With healthy lungs, how could your skin be anything but radiant?A friend once drank a bowl of silver ear jelly daily for two months, resulting in smoother, more refined skin with faded freckles. Silver ear has since become a beloved delicacy in our household!
Liver Protection & Detoxification
Regular consumption promotes protein and nucleic acid synthesis in liver cells, enhancing detoxification capacity. It also boosts immunity and alleviates chronic bronchitis, making it especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly individuals.
Weight Loss & Slimming
Rich in dietary fiber yet low in calories, silver ear mushrooms create a feeling of fullness. When hunger strikes during weight loss, snack on some silver ear mushrooms.
With so many benefits, aren't you tempted to buy some right now?Master these recipes to enjoy silver ear mushrooms in new and exciting ways!
Silver Ear and Lotus Seed Pudding
Lotus seed season is here! Simmer silver ear mushrooms with lotus seeds for a nourishing, beauty-enhancing, heat-clearing, and dryness-relieving treat—the perfect summer refreshment!
Ingredients: 1 silver ear mushroom, 10 red dates, 15 lotus seeds, 20g lily bulbs,10g goji berries, rock sugar to taste
Steps:
1. Soak silver ear mushrooms for 2 hours, then tear into small pieces.
2. Bring water to a boil in a pot, add silver ear mushrooms.
3. Add lily bulbs, red dates, lotus seeds, and goji berries in sequence. Simmer over medium-low heat for 30 minutes.
4. Add rock sugar and continue simmering for 30 minutes. The broth will thicken noticeably.
Papaya and Silver Ear Pudding
Papaya is sweet, tender, and juicy. Adding it to silver ear mushrooms creates a refreshing summer treat!
Ingredients: 1 papaya, 1 silver ear mushroom, 10 red dates, 15 lotus seeds, 20g lily bulbs, 10g goji berries, rock sugar to taste
Steps:
1. Soak silver ear mushrooms for 2 hours, then tear into small pieces.
2. Bring water to a boil in a pot, add silver ear mushrooms.
3. Add
4. Add rock sugar and simmer gently for another 30 minutes until the broth thickens.
Papaya and Silver Ear Fungus Pudding
Sweet, tender, and juicy papaya paired with silver ear fungus aids digestion, nourishes yin, and beautifies the complexion—a must-try for beauty enthusiasts!
Ingredients: 1 silver ear mushroom, 1/2 papaya, 6 red dates, rock sugar to taste
Steps:
1. Soak silver ear mushroom beforehand and tear into pieces. Peel papaya, remove seeds, and cut into small chunks.
2. Place silver ear mushroom, papaya, and red dates in a pot. Add water, bring to a boil, then simmer over low heat for 45 minutes.
3. Add rock sugar to taste, simmer for another 15 minutes, then remove from heat. Apple and Silver Ear Fungus Pudding Cooking apples helps pectin absorb bacteria and toxins more effectively. Adding apples while simmering silver ear fungus moisturizes the intestines and prevents constipation.
Ingredients: 1 silver ear mushroom, 1 apple, 7 red dates, rock sugar, goji berries (to taste)
Steps:
1. Core and dice the apple with skin on. Soak the silver ear mushroom beforehand.
3. Add goji berries and rock sugar, stir well, and simmer for 10 minutes before serving.
Silver Ear and Snow Pear Soup
This classic combination is perfect for reducing internal heat. A bowl of this soup moistens the lungs, alleviates dryness, and cools even the fiercest internal heat!
Ingredients: 1 silver ear mushroom, 2 snow pears, fresh lily bulbs to taste,Rock sugar to taste
Steps:
1. Soak silver ear mushrooms for one hour beforehand, tear into small pieces. Core and peel pears, cut into chunks.
2. Bring water to a boil in a pot, add pears, and bring to a boil again.
3. Add silver ear mushrooms to the pot, simmer over medium-low heat for 30 minutes.
4. Add fresh lily bulbs and rock sugar, simmer for another 15 minutes. Your moist and sweet syrup is ready!
Tips
1. Soaking silver ear mushrooms takes time, but here's a trick: soak them in water for just 2 minutes in the microwave.Place the silver ear mushrooms in a bowl, cover with water, and microwave on medium heat for 2 minutes. They'll bloom like flowers without affecting subsequent cooking.
2. Silver ear mushrooms contain high levels of nitrates. Nitrites accumulate significantly if left overnight, so it's best to cook only what you'll consume.