This recipe calls for fresh shiitake mushrooms, but dried will also work — simply reconstitute them as instructed for the wood ear mushrooms. You won't need the soaking liquid for this dish ...

You can find the famous wood ear mushrooms in the forests, yet they don't attract much interest. They are used in numerous dishes in Asia, whereas we often opt for dried varieties.

Put the lily stems and wood-ear mushrooms in a bowl ... Place the bowl in the steamer, cover with the lid and cook for about 30 minutes, or until the meat is cooked through.

wood ear mushrooms and rice noodles. After seasoning it with soy sauce and salt, she allows the mixture to simmer briefly. Once the ingredients are perfectly cooked, she serves the soup in a bowl ...