Jiaobai (water bamboo)

Zizania latifolia

vegetable

The swollen stem of a wild rice, enlarged by a fungus, white and tender, stir-fried like bamboo shoot.

Origin

Southern China

Season (United States)

September to October

Preparation

The wrapping leaves and the green skin at the base are removed, then the white stem is sliced; it cooks for three to five minutes.

Molecules

In small amounts, not counted Insoluble fibers

Did you know?

No fungus, no vegetable: healthy plants don't swell, and farmers spread it on purpose.