Dried Wood Ear Mushrooms 1 lb.

Add rich umami flavor to your gourmet soups, sauces, and stir fries with these dried wood ear mushrooms! These remarkable mushrooms are large and thin, with a beautiful dark coloring that is mixed with snowy white accents in the tight curls and underside of the mushroom. They have a mild, woodsy flavor with crisp texture that can give a tasty kick to your favorite recipes. Best of all, these dried wood ear mushrooms have a richer, more concentrated flavor than fresh wood ear mushrooms, bringing a burst of umami richness to any recipe they're used in. Plus, when stored in an airtight container or under refrigeration, these mushrooms can keep for months or even years, unlike fresh wood ear mushrooms, which spoil quickly. To use these dried wood ear mushrooms, gently rinse them with tap water to remove any impurities, then add them to a bowl and cover them with warm water. Allow the mushrooms to rehydrate in the warm water until they are soft and springy, approximately 20 minutes. Once they are fully rehydrated, give these mushrooms a squeeze to remove the excess water, then use as desired! These mushrooms are dried whole, allowing you the versatility to use them whole or slice them a