Hou Tou Gu Dried Mushroom (Hericium erinaceus) — Wild-Grown Lion’s Mane for Soup & Cooking
Price range: $6.47 through $23.33
Description
Hou Tou Gu (Hericium erinaceus), commonly known as Lion's Mane Mushroom, is the dried fruiting body of a highly revered food-herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Hóu Tóu Gū (猴头菇). For centuries, Hou Tou Gu has been prized as a gentle, spleen-supporting, and spirit-calming mushroom, traditionally used to support digestion, soothe the stomach, and nourish the body. Its nature is sweet, neutral, and balancing, making it a mild yet deeply nourishing ingredient for everyday soups, stews, and tonic meals.
Key Selling Points
- Wild-grown Lion's Mane mushroom
- Traditional food-herb for stomach and spleen support
- Sulfur-free, new-crop dried mushroom
- Ideal for soup, stew, hot pot, and daily cooking
- 500g bulk dried mushroom
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully dried to preserve its pale golden to light brown color, dense spongy texture, and mild earthy mushroom aroma. When rehydrated and simmered, the mushroom softens into a tender, meaty bite and releases a gentle, subtly sweet umami flavor that enriches broths without overpowering other ingredients.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Edible Mushroom |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Hou Tou Gu (Lion's Mane Mushroom) |
| Botanical Name | Hericium erinaceus |
| Form | Dried Whole Mushroom |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
Usage Scenarios
- Chinese-style soup and broth
- Slow stew and braised dishes
- Hot pot ingredient
- Home cooking and stir-fry
- Grilled or roasted mushroom dishes
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Hou Tou Gu is decocted into soups, congee, and nourishing tonic meals to support digestion and daily vitality. It is a common ingredient in stomach-nourishing soup packs, where it pairs with ingredients like Chinese yam, lotus seed, and jujube. As a daily food, it is rehydrated and simmered in chicken or vegetable broth, or sliced into congee for a gentle, comforting meal.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Hou Tou Gu?
A: Hou Tou Gu is the common Chinese name for the dried fruiting body of Hericium erinaceus, also known as Lion's Mane Mushroom. It is a traditional food-herb used in soups and daily cooking.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Hou Tou Gu?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Hou Tou Gu is associated with supporting the spleen and stomach, aiding digestion, and nourishing the body. It is often used in soups and congee for daily nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried Hou Tou Gu?
A: Rinse and rehydrate the mushroom in warm water, then simmer it with soup ingredients or add it to stews, hot pot, and congee. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | 500 grams of ordinary hericium erinaceus, High quality hericium 500g, Wild grown hericium 500g, 500g chopped hericium erinaceus, 250 grams of ordinary hericium erinaceus, 250g high quality hericium erinaceus, Wild grown hericium 250g |
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