Ningqiang Black Fungus

Ningqiang Black Fungus

　　Ningqiang black fungus is a specialty of Ningqiang County in Hanzhong City, Shaanxi Province. Made from high-quality Bashan oak-grown black fungus, it has long been renowned for its large caps, thick flesh, attractive color, and high moisture-dry ratio. Its consumption has been recorded since the Tang Dynasty and it enjoys strong sales both domestically and internationally. With qualities such as being premium, wash-free, having a high rehydration rate, long shelf life, and no pollution, it makes an excellent gift for family and friends.

　　The black fungus grown in the primeval forests of the Qinling Mountains features a dark brown surface, especially on the underside (those with white undersides are not genuine black fungus and have no nutritional value). Authentic black fungus is glossy black in color, with evenly sized caps, thick flesh, high expansion rate, smooth and tender texture, and a deliciously fragrant taste.