Nutritional Value and Health Benefits of Silver Ear
Nutritional Composition (per 100g dried silver ear)
- Calories: 200 kcal - low calorie density when rehydrated
- Dietary Fiber: 70g - excellent for digestion
- Protein: 10g - contains all essential amino acids
- Vitamin D: Significant amounts when sun-dried
- Minerals: Potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus
Health Benefits
- 🌿 Rich in polysaccharides that boost immunity
- 🌿 Contains antioxidants that fight free radicals
- 🌿 Promotes skin hydration and collagen production
- 🌿 Supports respiratory health in traditional medicine
- 🌿 May help regulate blood sugar levels
Tip: Soak dried silver ear in cold water for 3-4 hours before cooking. It expands 8-10 times its dried size. Discard the hard yellow base before cooking.
Silver Ear Cultivation and Harvesting
1
Substrate Preparation
- Grown on hardwood logs or sawdust substrates
- Requires specific humidity and temperature conditions
- Spores are inoculated in sterile environment
2
Growth Period
- Mycelium colonizes substrate in 20-30 days
- Fruiting bodies begin to form in humid conditions
- Ideal temperature range: 20-28°C (68-82°F)
3
Harvest Time
- Harvested when fully expanded but still firm
- Typically 40-60 days after inoculation
- Best quality when harvested in morning
4
Harvesting Technique
- Hand-picked carefully to avoid damage
- Base is trimmed with clean scissors
- Harvesters wear gloves and masks
5
Processing
- Sun-dried or dehydrated at low temperature
- Graded by size, color and intactness
- Packaged in airtight containers
Summary: Silver ear cultivation requires precise environmental control. The highest quality specimens are large, ivory-white, and free from dark spots. Wild silver ear is rare and highly prized.
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