What are the main nutritional values of the king oyster mushroom?
The king oyster mushroom, also known as the eryngo oyster mushroom, gets its name from its almond-like aroma and its thick flesh with a texture like abalone. It is a rare new edible mushroom variety successfully developed and cultivated in recent years, combining food, medicinal and dietary therapy uses, and it has very high edible value. Let us take a look below at the nutritional value of the king oyster mushroom!
Nutritional value of the king oyster mushroom
The king oyster mushroom is rich in nutrients, containing abundant protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals such as calcium, magnesium, copper and zinc. It can improve the human body's immune function and has anti-cancer, blood lipid-lowering, intestinal-soothing and beauty effects. The nutrient content per 100 grams of king oyster mushroom is 31 kcal of calories, 1.3 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat, 8.3 g of carbohydrates, 0.20 mg of vitamin B, 3.68 mg of niacin, 42.8 mcg of folic acid, 0.6 mg of vitamin E, 13 mg of calcium, 66 mg of phosphorus, 242 mg of potassium, 3.5 mg of sodium, 9 mg of magnesium, 0.5 mg of iron, 0.39 mg of zinc, 1.8 mcg of selenium, 0.06 mg of copper, 0.04 mg of manganese and 89.6 g of water.
Efficacy and effects of the king oyster mushroom
1. Reducing fat and blood pressure: The king oyster mushroom can soften and protect blood vessels and has the effect of lowering blood lipids and cholesterol in the human body.
2. Improving immunity: The protein in the king oyster mushroom is the most important nutrient for maintaining immune function and is the main component of white blood cells and antibodies.
3. Aiding digestion: The king oyster mushroom helps with the secretion of gastric acid and the digestion of food, and is suitable for treating food stagnation.
4. Blood pressure-lowering effect: Regular consumption of the king oyster mushroom can reduce cholesterol levels in the human blood and has a clear blood pressure-lowering effect.
5. Disease prevention: It also has a certain preventive and therapeutic effect on gastric ulcers, hepatitis, cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
6. Beauty and skin care: Because the king oyster mushroom is rich in nutrients, eating it often can improve the body's metabolism and is very helpful for beauty and skin care.
7. Anti-cancer: Research has found that consuming the king oyster mushroom has a certain anti-cancer effect.
How to eat the king oyster mushroom
1. King oyster mushroom with fermented bean curd
[Ingredients] About 300 g of king oyster mushroom, 1/2 block of fermented bean curd, 1 small spoon of light soy sauce, 1 small spoon of white sugar, 1 small spoon of sesame paste, 1 small spoon of vinegar, 1/2 small spoon of sesame oil, minced garlic as desired.
[Method] ① Wash the king oyster mushroom and place it in a steamer for 8 minutes. If it is a dried king oyster mushroom, first rinse it clean with water and soak it in water until soft. ② Mix all the seasonings evenly. ③ After the king oyster mushroom is steamed, let it cool for a while, then tear it into shreds by hand; it is best not to cut it into shreds with a knife. ④ Pour the seasonings over the torn king oyster mushroom and it is ready.
2. Braised chicken with king oyster mushroom
[Ingredients] 500 g of fresh king oyster mushroom, 700 g of chicken, 20 g of scallion, appropriate amounts of ginger, monosodium glutamate, salt, sugar and yellow rice wine, 70 g of lard, 1500 ml of clear broth.
[Method] ① Wash the king oyster mushroom and cut it into pieces, chop the chicken into pieces, cut the scallion into sections and slice the ginger. Heat the wok and add the lard, then add the scallion and ginger and stir-fry until fragrant. ② Add the main ingredients and stir-fry for a moment, pour in the yellow rice wine, add the salt and monosodium glutamate, add the sugar and pour in the clear broth. After bringing to a boil over high heat, switch to low heat and stew until done.
3. Stir-fried shredded chicken with king oyster mushroom
[Ingredients] 300 g of fresh king oyster mushroom, 300 g of chicken breast, 50 g of winter bamboo shoots, a little scallion, ginger, yellow rice wine, monosodium glutamate, sesame oil and salt, 100 ml of chicken broth, 60 ml of chicken fat.
[Method] ① Wash the mushroom, cut the chicken breast into shreds, cut the winter bamboo shoots into shreds, and cut the scallion and ginger into shreds. ② Heat the wok, pour in the chicken fat and heat until 70% hot, then add the scallion and ginger and stir-fry until fragrant. Add the shredded chicken and stir-fry until 90% cooked, then add the winter bamboo shoots, yellow rice wine and monosodium glutamate. After the chicken broth comes to a boil, add the king oyster mushroom and salt and stir-fry, drizzle with sesame oil, then plate and remove from the wok.
4. Quick-stir-fried pea shoots
[Ingredients] 200 g of king oyster mushroom, 300 g of pea shoots, 40 g of winter bamboo shoots, 60 ml of peanut oil, appropriate amounts of ginger, salt, cooking wine and monosodium glutamate.
[Method] ① Remove the roots of the pea shoots and wash them, shred the king oyster mushroom and winter bamboo shoots, and mince the ginger. ② Heat a wok over high heat and pour in the peanut oil. When it is 80% hot, add the winter bamboo shoots, king oyster mushroom and minced ginger, stir-fry for a moment, then add the pea shoots, cooking wine, salt and monosodium glutamate. ③ Stir-fry until the pea shoots are just cooked, then remove from the wok and plate.
5. King oyster mushroom in abalone sauce
[Ingredients] 2 king oyster mushrooms, 9 small choy sum hearts, 2 spoons of abalone sauce, 1 spoon of oyster sauce, 1 spoon of light soy sauce, half a spoon of sugar, a little salt.
[Method] ① Peel off the outer large leaves of the small choy sum for other uses, keeping only the hearts. ② Bring a pot of water to a boil, add a little vegetable oil and a little salt, blanch the small choy sum hearts until cooked, and arrange them on a plate for later. ③ Add oyster sauce, light soy sauce, sugar and salt to half a small bowl of clear water and stir well to make a seasoning sauce for later. ④ Slice the king oyster mushroom, heat a wok with oil, and first pan-fry the mushroom slices. ⑤ Then pour in the seasoning sauce and bring to a boil, turn to low heat and simmer slowly until the mushrooms become soft and absorb the sauce. ⑥ Finally add 2 spoons of abalone sauce and mix well. ⑦ First arrange the mushroom slices on a plate, then evenly pour the sauce over them, and the dish is complete.