{"product_id":"dried-lions-mane-mushroom-hou-tou-gu-100g","title":"Dried Lion’s Mane Mushroom (Hou Tou Gu) – 100 g","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDried Lion’s Mane Mushroom (Hou Tou Gu) — 100 g\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive natural spines. Mild savoury character. A traditional dried mushroom for soups, broths and comforting everyday cooking.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover \u003cstrong\u003eDried Lion’s Mane Mushroom (Hou Tou Gu \/ 猴头菇)\u003c\/strong\u003e, an edible mushroom known for its unusual rounded form, dense structure and numerous fine natural spines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCream-to-golden when dried, Lion’s Mane develops a \u003cstrong\u003etender, substantial and slightly fibrous texture\u003c\/strong\u003e after proper rehydration and cooking, together with a mild, savoury and earthy mushroom character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach package contains \u003cstrong\u003e100 g \/ 3.53 oz of dried Lion’s Mane Mushroom\u003c\/strong\u003e for soups, broths, stews, braised dishes and other suitable savoury recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003ewhole-food culinary mushroom\u003c\/strong\u003e—not mushroom powder, extract, capsules, gummies or a dietary supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You’ll Appreciate It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReal dried Lion’s Mane Mushroom\u003c\/strong\u003e — whole or substantial mushroom pieces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive natural spines\u003c\/strong\u003e — an immediately recognizable mushroom appearance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMild savoury flavour\u003c\/strong\u003e — earthy, delicate and mushroom-forward\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstantial texture\u003c\/strong\u003e — tender and slightly fibrous after proper preparation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile cooking ingredient\u003c\/strong\u003e — ideal for soups, broths, stews and braised dishes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePantry-friendly dried format\u003c\/strong\u003e — rehydrate when ready to cook\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical 100 g size\u003c\/strong\u003e — ideal for exploring this distinctive culinary mushroom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried Lion’s Mane Mushroom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChinese name:\u003c\/strong\u003e 猴头菇\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePinyin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hou Tou Gu\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lion’s Mane Mushroom · Lion’s Mane · Monkey Head Mushroom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHericium erinaceus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Culinary dried mushroom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whole or substantial dried mushroom pieces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 g \/ 3.53 oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cream-to-golden mushroom pieces with fine natural spines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm · Dense · Lightweight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooked texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender · Substantial · Slightly fibrous\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild · Savoury · Earthy · Delicate · Mushroom-forward\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soups · Broths · Stews · Braised dishes · Savoury recipes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rehydrate · Clean · Prepare · Cook thoroughly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Culinary Ingredients \/ Dried Mushrooms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not eat directly from the package\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Powder · Extract · Supplement · Tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural mushroom pieces may vary in size, shape and cream-to-golden colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Lion’s Mane Mushroom?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLion’s Mane Mushroom\u003c\/strong\u003e, known in Chinese as \u003cstrong\u003eHou Tou Gu \/ 猴头菇\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an edible mushroom botanically identified as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHericium erinaceus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts English name comes from the numerous fine natural spines that hang from its surface and can visually resemble a lion’s mane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor clear product identification:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLion’s Mane Mushroom · Hou Tou Gu · 猴头菇 · \u003cem\u003eHericium erinaceus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eall refer here to this dried culinary mushroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is specifically intended for \u003cstrong\u003ecooking\u003c\/strong\u003e, rather than supplement use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Does Hou Tou Gu Mean?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHou Tou Gu \/ 猴头菇\u003c\/strong\u003e is the Chinese name for Lion’s Mane Mushroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe traditional name refers to its distinctive rounded, textured appearance, often associated with a “monkey-head” shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor product identification:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHou Tou Gu \/ 猴头菇 = Lion’s Mane Mushroom\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Texture\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLion’s Mane looks very different from conventional cap-and-stem mushrooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypical dried pieces may feature:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCream-to-beige colouring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGolden-tan areas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRounded or irregular forms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNumerous fine natural spines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDense dried structure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLightweight dry texture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts unusual \u003cstrong\u003efine cascading spines\u003c\/strong\u003e are one of the easiest ways to recognize the mushroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen dried, the texture is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirm · Dense · Lightweight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter proper rehydration and cooking, it becomes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTender · Substantial · Slightly Fibrous · Satisfying\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe final texture will depend on rehydration and cooking method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTaste \u0026amp; Character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLion’s Mane has a relatively gentle savoury profile:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMild · Savoury · Earthy · Delicate · Mushroom-Forward\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt should not be expected to taste exactly like stronger mushrooms such as Shiitake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts milder character makes it particularly useful when you want mushroom depth without overwhelming a soup, broth or other ingredients in the dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe final flavour also depends on the broth, seasoning, cooking method and ingredients used in the recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Prepare Dried Lion’s Mane\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDried Lion’s Mane requires preparation before eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemember the basic sequence:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRehydrate → Clean → Drain → Prepare → Cook Thoroughly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1 · Rehydrate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the dried mushroom in clean water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoak according to the product directions until adequately softened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2 · Inspect \u0026amp; Clean\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspect the rehydrated mushroom and rinse or clean it according to the package directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3 · Drain\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrain excess soaking water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf required by the recipe, gently press out excess water without unnecessarily damaging the mushroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4 · Prepare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut, tear or separate the mushroom into the size required for your recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5 · Cook Thoroughly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the prepared mushroom to soup, broth, stew, braised dishes or another appropriate recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCook thoroughly before serving.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not eat dried Lion’s Mane directly from the package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWays to Enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLion’s Mane Mushroom Soup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd properly rehydrated Lion’s Mane to a savoury broth for a simple warming dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVegetable \u0026amp; Mushroom Soup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair Lion’s Mane with compatible vegetables for a mild mushroom-forward soup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMushroom Broth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombine it with other edible mushrooms for greater savoury depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBraised Lion’s Mane\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProperly rehydrated Lion’s Mane can be incorporated into suitable braised dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStews\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd prepared Lion’s Mane to appropriate slow-cooked savoury recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional-Inspired Chinese Soups\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHou Tou Gu can also be explored in suitable Chinese-style soup recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways follow an appropriate recipe and the product-specific preparation directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLion’s Mane vs. Shiitake\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLion’s Mane and Shiitake are different edible mushrooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLion’s Mane\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShiitake\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical 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for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoups · Broths · Savoury dishes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBroad culinary use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSame Mushroom?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA simple buying distinction:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLion’s Mane → Milder + Spined + Substantial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShiitake → Stronger Umami + Cap-and-Stem + Chewy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Lion’s Mane when you want a distinctive appearance, gentler mushroom flavour and substantial texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLion’s Mane vs. Snow Fungus\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are completely different edible 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Soft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMild savoury mushroom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMild \u0026amp; neutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoups · Broths · Stews\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSweet soups · Cooked recipes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSame Ingredient?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLion’s Mane belongs primarily in the \u003cstrong\u003esavoury culinary mushroom\u003c\/strong\u003e category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnow Fungus provides a distinctly different texture and culinary experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhole Lion’s Mane vs. 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Ingredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin a mushroom-focused pantry:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLion’s Mane\u003c\/strong\u003e → Fine spines · Mild savoury flavour · Substantial texture\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShiitake\u003c\/strong\u003e → Cap-and-stem · Stronger umami · Firm \u0026amp; chewy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSnow Fungus\u003c\/strong\u003e → Pale frilly form · Delicate texture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gives Lion’s Mane a clear role as the \u003cstrong\u003edistinctive spined culinary mushroom for soups, broths and savoury cooking\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore preparation, keep the dried mushrooms \u003cstrong\u003esecurely sealed in a cool, dry place\u003c\/strong\u003e away from moisture, excessive humidity, direct sunlight, heat and strong odours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse clean, dry utensils when handling the dried 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猴头菇\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the botanical name?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe botanical name is \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHericium erinaceus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much is included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach package contains \u003cstrong\u003e100 g \/ 3.53 oz of dried Lion’s Mane Mushroom\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is it called Lion’s Mane?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts numerous fine natural spines can visually resemble a lion’s mane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does dried Lion’s Mane look like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt typically has a \u003cstrong\u003ecream-to-golden colour, rounded or irregular form, dense structure and numerous fine natural spines\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Lion’s Mane taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt generally has a \u003cstrong\u003emild, savoury, earthy, delicate and 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