Edible White Fungus Is Also known as snow fungus or white wood ear, Naturally sweet, snow fungus is a valuable nutrient and is upheld as a powerful antioxidant. Usually, the fruiting bodies of the white fungus are white to ivory color, gum, translucent, soft and flexible.Â
Snow fungus helps to nourish the body, lungs, and stomach, to manage a consumptive cough, helps with physical weakness after recovery from illness, shortness of breath, and fatigue.
For everyday use, the white fungus can be used in congee, in soups, can be used in a stew with vegetables, or added to clay pot dishes. Rinse and place in water to reconstitute before cooking.
The color of the fungus piece should be golden brown, shiny, flowers are large with firm but the body is flexible and fleshy. Dried snow fungus expands when soaked in water.
