How to deal with Cordyceps mold

Cordyceps sinensis is currently a very popular high-end gift. It is very face-saving whether giving it to relatives, friends or colleagues. At the same time, the arrival of winter is also the best time to take tonic. However, after buying Cordyceps sinensis, it is very common for it to become moldy at home due to poor storage. So how to deal with moldy Cordyceps sinensis? Can moldy Cordyceps be eaten after being cleaned?

How to deal with moldy Cordyceps sinensis? There is no good way. The moldy Cordyceps sinensis must first be tested for the degree of mold. The method is to select 5 representative Cordyceps sinensis, break them from the middle and look at the color of their cross-section. The whiter the color, the less the quality damage, and the yellower the color, the greater the quality damage.

How to deal with moldy Cordyceps sinensis:

1 If the Cordyceps is severely moldy, wash it with alcohol and cooled hot water, then drain it slightly, place it in a ventilated place to dry, and eat it as soon as possible after drying.

2. If the mold is not particularly serious, you can wash it with white wine and then seal it with a sealed bag. Although the effect may not be obvious, by cleaning with white wine, the effect of disinfection and sterilization can be achieved. Likewise, food should be consumed as soon as possible after washing. Remember to seal and freeze or refrigerate it after we get home. Cordyceps sinensis is not afraid of freezing and can reach a complete "sleeping" state at minus 17 degrees.

It is very troublesome to deal with moldy Cordyceps sinensis, and some of them may not be edible even after being cleaned. Therefore, it is recommended that you consume Cordyceps sinensis as soon as possible after purchasing it. In addition, it is best to purchase the appropriate amount based on your personal needs before purchasing it. However, there is no need to worry about how to deal with Cordyceps mold.