Kikurage - What is it?
Kikurage is a type of edible mushroom and is a popular condiment in Japanese ramen noodles. It is also commonly known as wood ear mushroom, black fungus, jelly ear, jew’s ear, and Mu Er in Chinese. Known for its nutritious value, below are a few easy recipes and how to prepare the cloud ear mushroom.
Widely consumed in Japan and China, it is often eaten cold in a salad, or cut into matchsticks and served in ramen.
The hairy black fungus is larger in size, but the texture is rough and it’s not easy to chew. Meanwhile, the wood ear mushrooms are softer, easier to chew, and refreshing.
For more uncommon vegetables, see our guide on mooli, a white radish.
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