Fu ling (poria)

Wolfiporia cocos

mushroom

The white sclerotium of a fungus on pine roots, powdered into Beijing's filled pancakes (fuling bing) or soups.

Origin

China

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

The powder is mixed into the dough or broth, one or two tablespoons; dried pieces simmer for an hour in the soup.

Molecules

Mushroom beta-glucansIn small amounts, not counted Ergothioneine

Did you know?

Empress Cixi is said to have loved these pancakes, which became a Beijing specialty.