Lanping Moss Vegetable

Lanping Moss Vegetable

　　Lanping Moss Vegetable: The vast mountainous areas of Lanping are crisscrossed with streams formed from the melting of high-altitude snow and ice. The river water is icy cold and crystal clear. The moss that grows in these rivers is especially vibrant green and pristine, untouched by dust. During summer, when the moss is at its most luxuriant, it is harvested, bundled into clumps, air-dried, and stored. When eaten, it is first soaked in warm water, then briefly boiled in hot water, dried again, and served cold in a salad. It retains a bright green color, is as crisp as kelp but without the fishy taste, seemingly preserving the purity and clarity of ice and snow — the moment it touches your tongue, a refreshing chill spreads to your very core.