Fungi, Cloud ears, dried
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.8 MG | 65% | |
| Niacin | 6.3 MG | 39% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.5 MG | 10% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Folate, total | 38 UG | 10% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 159 MG | 12% | |
| Iron, Fe | 5.9 MG | 33% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 83 MG | 20% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 184 MG | 15% | |
| Potassium, K | 754 MG | 16% | |
| Sodium, Na | 35 MG | 2% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.3 MG | 12% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.2 MG | 20% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 2.0 MG | 85% | |
| Selenium, Se | 43.4 UG | 79% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in fat (0.7g per 100g).
- High in dietary fiber (70.1g per 100g), supporting digestive health.
- Good source of Iron, Fe (33% DV).
- Good source of Magnesium, Mg (20% DV).
- Good source of Copper, Cu (20% DV).
- Rich source of Manganese, Mn (85% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Fungi, Cloud ears, dried
Cloud ear fungus, sold dried, is a Chinese wood ear mushroom variety prized almost entirely for texture rather than flavor. The dried form shrinks to dark, brittle flakes that expand dramatically in water, becoming gelatinous, chewy, and almost translucent. Nutritionally, the fiber content is extraordinary, among the highest of any food per hundred grams in this form, while fat is negligible and protein is moderate. Reconstituted cloud ears appear in hot and sour soup, moo shu pork, and cold Sichuan salads. They have essentially no pronounced taste of their own, making them a textural addition that takes on the flavors around them.
Dietary Information
Fungi, Cloud ears, dried is considered low-fat, high-fiber, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Fungi, Cloud ears, dried include Manganese, Mn (85% DV) , Selenium, Se (79% DV) , Riboflavin (65% DV) , Niacin (39% DV) , and Iron, Fe (33% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 284 calories per 100 grams, Fungi, Cloud ears, dried gets 13% of its calories from protein, 103% from carbohydrates, and 2% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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