Introduction to Shiitake Mushrooms Storage and Cooking Techniques

Shiitake mushrooms are the best of mushrooms and are honored as the queen of mushrooms. They are very popular whether they are fresh or dried.

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It is one of the " mountain treasures " , a specialty of China, and the second largest edible fungus in the world. Because it contains a unique aromatic substance, shiitake essence, which forms a unique mushroom fragrance, it is called " shiitake mushroom " .

Shiitake mushroom cultivation began in China and has a history of more than 800 years. During the Song Dynasty, Wu Sangong, a farmer from Longyan Village, Qingyuan County, Zhejiang Province, invented the cutting flower cultivation method, which later spread throughout the country.

Shiitake mushrooms are rich in nutrition, fragrant and delicious, and are known as the " king of mushrooms " , " queen of mushrooms " , " crown of vegetables " and " queen of plants " . "Lüshi Chunqiu ? Benwei" also records that " the most delicious mushroom is the Yueluo mushroom " .

According to legend, there was a girl in Qingyuan who fled to the mountains because she could not bear the persecution of the landlord. She ate mushrooms all day and lived to be over 100 years old. Therefore, the villagers called mushrooms " longevity vegetables " . It is also said that in the Ming Dynasty, Jinling suffered a severe drought. Zhu Yuanzhang, the first emperor of the Ming Dynasty, issued an edict to eat vegetarian food to pray for rain. However, the rain did not come, and the people were living in poverty. Zhu Yuanzhang also felt that tea and food were tasteless. At that time, Prime Minister Liu Bowen returned to Nanjing from his hometown Longquan, Zhejiang, and brought local mushrooms. He ordered the imperial chef to soak them and cook them for Zhu Yuanzhang to taste. From then on, Zhu's appetite was greatly improved and his physical condition improved. This dish was also listed as " palace delicacy " .

effect

1. Lentinan can increase the activity of helper T cells and enhance the humoral immune function of the human body.

2. Shiitake mushrooms contain a variety of vitamins and minerals, which play a great role in promoting human metabolism and improving the body's adaptability.

3. Shiitake mushrooms also have a therapeutic effect on diabetes, tuberculosis, infectious hepatitis, neuritis, etc., and can also be used for indigestion, constipation, weight loss, etc.

4. Many ancient books in China record that shiitake mushrooms " replenish qi and prevent hunger, treat wind and blood, and benefit the stomach and aid digestion . " Folks use it to help induce pox and measles, and treat headaches and dizziness.

5. Shiitake mushrooms have a strong inhibitory effect on cancer cells.

6. Shiitake mushrooms contain purine, choline, tyrosine, oxidase and certain nucleic acid substances, which can lower blood pressure, cholesterol and blood lipids, and prevent diseases such as arteriosclerosis and cirrhosis of the liver.

7. The water extract of shiitake mushrooms has a scavenging effect on hydrogen peroxide and has a certain effect on eliminating hydrogen peroxide in the body, thereby delaying aging.

8. Shiitake mushrooms can enhance the body's resistance, fight against bacterial invasion, and prevent influenza. It can be said to be one of the best lines of defense to enhance the body's vitality.

Storage instructions

Mushrooms are the easiest to spoil. Dried shiitake mushrooms can be preserved for a long time. Fresh ones are best wrapped in newspaper, put in a plastic bag, and then refrigerate. The sooner they are eaten, the better.

Cooking knowledge

1. Before cooking, just wash it with water. Do not soak or rinse it in water for too long to avoid losing aroma and nutrients.

2. The soaked mushrooms should be refrigerated in the refrigerator to avoid loss of nutrients.

3. Do not discard the water used to soak the mushrooms, as many nutrients are dissolved in the water.

4. Soak the mushrooms in water, tap them gently with chopsticks, and the mud and sand will fall into the water.

5. If the mushrooms are relatively clean, just rinse them with clean water, which can preserve the freshness of the mushrooms.

6. Many people often remove the stems of mushrooms when preparing them, but in fact, they can be kept. Tear the stems into shreds and use them to stir-fry when cooking dishes to add a rich flavor to the food.

7. The three best steps for cooking mushrooms: sauté the mushroom stems; cook the mushroom water into soup; and grill the mushrooms in their original flavor to best bring out their plump, tender and sweet taste.

Dietary precautions

Shiitake mushrooms are sweet, flat and cool in nature. Patients with spleen and stomach cold and dampness, qi stagnation or itchy skin diseases should avoid eating them.

Delicious food

Mushrooms, Potatoes and Broccoli

Ingredients: 500 grams of fresh broccoli, 8 mushrooms , and appropriate amounts of salt, MSG, and pepper.

Method: 1. Wash the broccoli and cut into appropriate pieces; soak the mushrooms in hot water until soft, wash and squeeze out the water.

2. Blanch the broccoli and mushrooms in boiling water at the same time, then remove them immediately and set aside.

3. Heat the oil in the pan again, add the mushrooms, broccoli, salt, MSG and pepper powder in turn, stir well, and serve.

Features: delicious and refreshing.

Home remedies for curing diseases

Recipe for treating bloody stool: Take 300 grams of fresh shepherd's purse (pick and wash clean), 50 grams of soaked mushrooms , stir-fry in a pan with oil, and add salt and other seasonings. Eat after serving.