Mushroom Delicacies: Modern Kitchen System

Author: Ning Shuxia
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Publish Date: 2004-08-01
Features: Emphasizing nutrition and health is the current trend in dietary habits, while indulging in gourmet cuisine serves as a stress-relief method for city dwellers. Amidst the hustle and bustle of work, why not temporarily set aside your daily tasks and step into the small world of your kitchen? Refer to the content in the book, utilize various natural ingredients, and choose appropriate cooking techniques to create a variety of delicious dishes. Share the joy of cooking with your family and friends, making life more vibrant. Each book in this series focuses on an independent topic, introducing related recipes and cooking knowledge to help readers quickly improve their culinary skills.
Comprehensive Understanding of Mushrooms: Ancient Egyptian pharaohs once considered mushrooms as a divine gift, reserving them exclusively for the nobility. Mushrooms are low in calories, cholesterol-free, fat-free, and salt-free, while being rich in potassium and vitamin B. The English word "Mushroom" originates from the French "Mousseron," referring to small-sized fungi. Traditional "Three Mushrooms and Six Fungi" include straw mushrooms, winter mushrooms, and shiitake mushrooms. However, the modern selection is far more diverse, featuring over 30 varieties such as chicken feet mushrooms, jujube mushrooms, tea tree mushrooms, and slipper mushrooms. By carefully reading the recipes provided in this book, readers will be inspired to create their own delicious dishes.
Mushroom-based foods have gained widespread acclaim from the medical and culinary communities in recent years due to their low-calorie, low-cholesterol, high-protein, high-fiber, and versatile flavor profiles. This book is a specialized cookbook dedicated to mushrooms, featuring over 40 dishes crafted from 30+ dried and fresh mushroom varieties, expertly interpreted by a renowned Hong Kong cookbook author and culinary master. It aims to allow urban dwellers to enjoy the fashion and deliciousness of cuisine while also relishing the joy of homemade meals, achieving the health and beauty they desire! The book is richly illustrated with images and includes both Chinese and English translations, adding to its modern appeal. It is sure to become your favorite healthy cookbook.
Eating mushrooms is not only delicious but also highly valued by modern urban dwellers for their nutritional and health benefits. They contain a variety of vitamins and minerals, with protein and water-soluble fiber levels several times higher than those of most vegetables and fruits, yet they are exceptionally low in calories and cholesterol, almost fat-free, earning them the reputation of "nutritional health foods." This book introduces the characteristics and culinary uses of over 30 types of edible mushrooms, serving as an indispensable reference for health-conscious individuals seeking to prepare their own meals.