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Mushroom Types, Descriptions and Uses
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Cloud Ears (Auricularia Polytricha) are ruffle-edged, thin, Black
Mushrooms. Cloud Ears are similar in appearance to Wood Ear except Wood
Ear are black with a brownish - tan inner color, whereas Cloud Ear
Mushrooms are black with a slightly lighter shade of black as their
inner color. Cloud Ears have a more delicate, mild flavor and are much
smaller in size than Wood Ear. Cloud Ear Mushrooms reconstitute to a
puffy like, soft, firm, smooth texture and delicate flavor.
Suggested Use:
Cloud
Ears have a firm, soft texture that makes them great in dishes where a
textural contrast is desired. Cloud Ears are wonderful in stir fry or as
an ingredient in stuffing. Like all mushrooms, Cloud Ears are delicious
in soups and sauces.
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