How long can fresh Cordyceps flowers be kept?

Fresh Cordyceps must be properly stored to ensure its efficacy. You can poke a few small holes in a plastic bag, put the fresh Cordyceps into the plastic bag, and then use the same method to wrap it with 2-3 layers of plastic bags and store it in the refrigerator. In this way, the moisture of the fresh Cordyceps can be discharged, but the flavor is not easy to escape, thus maintaining the original taste of Cordyceps sinensis.

How long can fresh Cordyceps flowers be stored?

Fresh Cordyceps flowers can be stored in the refrigerator for 5-8 days.

The storage standard of fresh Cordyceps flowers is ultra-low temperature and dryness. If the amount of fresh ones bought is small, it is best to eat them as soon as possible. If the quantity is large, you can adopt the following method: you can seal the fresh Cordyceps flowers in a bag and place them in a refrigerator. Do not refrigerate them. They can be stored at about 2-5 degrees for about 8 days.

Common Problems with Eating Cordyceps Flowers

1. Cordyceps flowers are best eaten fresh, when they are rich in nutrients and have the best health benefits. They should not be stored for a long time.

2. It is not advisable to take a large amount of Cordyceps flower. 5 to 10 grams each time is enough, and it can be used to make soup or tea.

3. Many families take Cordyceps flowers by making soup. It is recommended that Cordyceps flowers should be simmered on low heat for 30 minutes before serving. Cooking for a long time will reduce its nutritional value.

Fresh Cordyceps flowers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to half a year. The temperature of the refrigerator compartment must be below 0℃ to be waterproof, insect-proof and moth-proof. If the normal storage time is exceeded, the Cordyceps flower will easily become moldy like other stored products, and then it will be unusable. Fresh Cordyceps flowers should be placed in clean containers for immediate air drying or drying after harvesting, and the dried fruiting bodies should be placed in sealed packaging bags for storage or sale.