Wood ear mushrooms are also known as black fungus, wood ear mushrooms are usually sold dried. Soak in warm water to reconstitute and add to soups or stir-fries. The mushrooms retains a crunchy texture when cooked.
Cloud ear mushroom
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White radish is also called mooli or daikon. It has a mild peppery taste. It can be either eaten raw or cooked…
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Shan tofu is made from chana dal or chickpea flour. Similar in texture to a soft tofu but pale yellow in colour and has a lovely delicate flavour…
Water spinach is also referred to as morning-glory. This leafy green is popular in Burma and sold in large bunches. The pointy slender leaves…