Simple Way to Black Wood Ear Fungus

Black Garlic

The black wood ear fungus, botanical name auricularia polytricha, is native to asia and was first classified in 1753.

Recipe Summary Black Garlic

Black garlic has been around for many, many years. It is regular garlic that has been fermented. It is soft and savory yet very sweet. It is high in antioxidants and has many health benefits. It is used in both sweet and savory dishes and absolutely delicious eaten on its own. I prefer to use the solo garlic bulbs (aka single clove garlic which are easily found in most Asian markets), but regular garlic can also be used.

Ingredients | Black Wood Ear Fungus

10 solo garlic bulbs

Directions

Place solo garlic bulbs in a rice cooker. Press the Keep Warm button. Do not open lid for the first 2 weeks. After 2 weeks, you can check once a week until garlic bulbs are soft, fermented, turned black in color, 2 to 6 weeks.

This process will release a very strong odor. To avoid your house from smelling, place the rice cooker outside in your garage if possible.

Info | Black Wood Ear Fungus

prep: 5 mins additional: 3 weeks total: 3 weeks Servings: 10 Yield: 10 garlic bulbs

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Black Wood Ear Fungus / Black fungus, also known as fungus , is an important edible fungus in china, with a wide range of natural distribution and artificial cultivation.