In the bright starry sky of Chinese food therapy, health and food culture, there is an unassuming but deep-rooted star-silver fungus. Its whole body is white, shaped like a hydrangea, and its taste is soft and smooth. It is known as “common bird's nest” and has nourished the taste buds and body and mind of Chinese people for generations. Compared with its close relative, the black fungus, the silver fungus enjoys a high reputation among women and health-conscious people for its yin-nourishing, moisturizing, beauty and beauty properties. This article will explore the world of fungus in all directions, from its origin, the mystery of nutrition, to the identification of food and cooking methods, and uncover the mystery of this “pearl in bacteria”.
The history of consumption and medicinal use of fungus can be traced back to the Han Dynasty, and the "Shennong Materia Medica" lists it as a medium-grade product. During the Ming and Qing Dynasties, fungus became a tribute to the court, especia…