Dried Rock Fungus Shi Er 石耳 25g Jar Wild Mountain Lichen Edible Mushroom for Soup and Home Cooking

Dried Rock Fungus, known in TCM as Shi Er (石耳), is a wild edible lichen harvested from rocky mountain surfaces and sun-dried for storage. Prized in Chinese folk cuisine, it is traditionally valued as a nourishing mountain delicacy with a mild nature. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with supporting lung and kidney wellness. Rehydrate thoroughly and cook before eating.

Key Selling Points

• Wild-harvested rock fungus, a traditional Chinese mountain delicacy known as Shi Er (石耳)
• Sun-dried whole lichen pieces with a natural dark color and firm texture
• Traditionally associated in TCM with nourishing the lung and kidney
• Convenient 25g jar pack, easy to store at room temperature
• Versatile for soups, stews, congee, and slow-cooked home dishes

Quality & Sensory

Dried pieces typically appear dark gray to blackish with a leathery, slightly brittle texture. Once rehydrated, they soften and expand, offering a mild earthy aroma and a tender, subtly savory taste in cooked dishes.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered into nourishing chicken or pork soups
• Added to congee or slow-cooked stews
• Stir-fried after soaking with vegetables or eggs
• Used in home-style mountain cuisine dishes

Traditional Uses

In Chinese folk tradition, Shi Er has long been gathered from mountain cliffs and cooked into restorative soups, often paired with chicken, pork ribs, or eggs. It is traditionally regarded as a nourishing food for convalescence and seasonal tonifying, and is commonly served in slow-simmered dishes during autumn and winter.

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