Storage method of dried shiitake mushrooms

If we buy a lot of dried mushrooms from the market, how can we store them better? Today I will tell you some tips:

Dry storage:

Shiitake mushrooms have strong water absorption, and when the water content is high, they are easily oxidized and deteriorated, and they may also become moldy. Therefore, shiitake mushrooms must be dried before they can be stored. An appropriate amount of hygroscopic agents such as lime blocks or dry charcoal must be placed in the storage container to prevent moisture.

Low temperature storage of dried shiitake mushrooms:

Shiitake mushrooms must be stored in a low-temperature, ventilated place. If conditions permit, the container containing the mushrooms can be sealed and stored in a refrigerator or cold storage.

Store dried shiitake mushrooms away from light:

Infrared rays in the light will heat up the mushrooms, and ultraviolet rays will cause photochemical reactions, which will accelerate the deterioration of the mushrooms. Therefore, it is necessary to avoid storing mushrooms under strong light and also avoid packaging them with light-transmitting materials.

Sealed storage of dried shiitake mushrooms:

Oxidation is an inevitable process for the quality change of shiitake mushrooms. If the oxygen supply is cut off, the oxidation and deterioration can be inhibited. Shiitake mushrooms can be stored in sealed containers such as iron cans and ceramic jars, and the containers should be lined with food bags. The container mouth should be opened as little as possible, and the air in the lining bag should be exhausted when sealing. If conditions permit, oxygen-evacuated nitrogen-filled bags can be used for storage.

Dried mushrooms are stored separately:

Shiitake mushrooms have a strong adsorption capacity and must be stored separately, that is, the containers for storing shiitake mushrooms must not be mixed with other items, and the warehouses for storing shiitake mushrooms should not be mixed with other materials. In addition, shiitake mushrooms must not be stored in containers with volatile odors or containers that absorb odors.

Nutritional value of dried shiitake mushrooms

Shiitake mushrooms are known as "mountain treasures". There are records in the Song Dynasty that they were listed as tribute. They are also a famous dish of "vegetarian meat" that is indispensable in folk banquets in my country. The Japanese call shiitake mushrooms "the pinnacle of plant-based foods", and the Romans listed them as "food of God". Shiitake mushrooms are rich in nutrients and are very beneficial to human health. According to food experts, every 100 grams of dried shiitake mushrooms contains 13 grams of protein, 1.8 grams of fat, 54 grams of carbohydrates, 7.8 grams of crude fiber, 4.9 grams of ash, 124 milligrams of calcium, 415 milligrams of phosphorus, 25.3 milligrams of iron, and vitamins B1, B2, and C. In addition, it also contains more ergosterol and mannitol, which can be converted into vitamin D2 after exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet rays, which can enhance the body's immune ability and help the growth of children's bones and teeth. It is reported that there are more than 30 kinds of enzymes in shiitake mushrooms, which is a unique food for correcting human enzyme deficiency.