Jew's ear, (pepeao), raw
* 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 | 0.6 MG | 1% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 MG | 16% | |
| Niacin | 0.1 MG | 0% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 2.0 MG | 40% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 5% | |
| Folate, total | 19 UG | 5% | |
| 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 | 16 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.6 MG | 3% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 25 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 14 MG | 1% | |
| Potassium, K | 43 MG | 1% | |
| Sodium, Na | 9 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.7 MG | 6% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.4 MG | 49% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.1 MG | 4% | |
| Selenium, Se | 11.1 UG | 20% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (25 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.0g per 100g).
- Good source of Copper, Cu (49% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (20% DV).
- Good source of Pantothenic acid (40% DV).
About Jew's ear, (pepeao), raw
Jew's ear fungus - known in Chinese cooking as wood ear or pepeao - is a jelly-textured mushroom that grows on elder and other trees in warm climates. Raw, it is firm, gelatinous, and almost flavorless, with a distinctive snappy chew. Very low in calories and fat, essentially no protein of note, with carbohydrates coming from the fungal polysaccharides in the cell structure. Its value is textural: it holds its characteristic bounce through cooking and absorbs surrounding flavors in stir-fries, hot and sour soup, and braised dishes.
Dietary Information
Jew's ear, (pepeao), raw is considered low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Jew's ear, (pepeao), raw include Copper, Cu (49% DV) , Pantothenic acid (40% DV) , and Selenium, Se (20% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 25 calories per 100 grams, Jew's ear, (pepeao), raw gets 8% of its calories from protein, 108% from carbohydrates, and 1% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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