Dry goods & condiments
Snow Fungus
Coral-like cluster of folded dried fungus; Cream to pale yellow; Brittle when dry and translucent after soaking.
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3 identity clues
- Coral-like cluster of folded dried fungus
- Cream to pale yellow
- Brittle when dry and translucent after soaking
Names in other languages
- 繁體中文
- 雪耳
- English
- Snow Fungus
- Bahasa Indonesia
- Jamur kuping putih
- Tagalog
- Puting kabuteng jelly
How to identify it
Check these features together: Coral-like cluster of folded dried fungus; Cream to pale yellow; Brittle when dry and translucent after soaking. Colour alone is not sufficient. For packaged Snow Fungus, confirm the name, ingredients or intended use on the original label. Ask the vendor about loose food; never taste to identify it.
Common Hong Kong household uses
Cook in sweet snow-fungus soup or savoury soup.
Choosing & preparing
Rinse under clean running water and soak in a clean container; limit room-temperature soaking to two hours and refrigerate for longer soaking. Remove the hard base, tear and cook promptly; discard if slimy or off-smelling after soaking.
Storage
Retain the original label and keep sealed in a cool dry place against moisture and pests; follow dates and opening instructions and refrigerate hydrated or cooked portions promptly.
Helper tip
For Snow Fungus, check coral-like cluster of folded dried fungus. If uncertain, verify the label or ask the employer before using it. Do not leave snow fungus soaking at room temperature for prolonged periods; refrigerate during longer soaking.
Useful market phrase
唔該，我想要雪耳，請幫我確認名稱同用途。Meaning: I would like Snow Fungus, please. Help me confirm its name and use.
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