Enoki Mushroom, a Delicious Cancer Prevention

In recent decades, it is known that enoki mushrooms contain a variety of nutrients and composition of active compounds that have many health benefits. In fact, there are studies that suspect that enoki mushrooms are beneficial in preventing heart disease and cancer. Enoki mushroom or enokitake is a type of edible mushroom or can be consumed. This fungus is shaped like a stick with a hat or like yellowish white bean sprouts The fungus from the Physalacriaceae family which has the Latin name Flammulina velutipes is one of four types of mushrooms that are widely cultivated in various countries, because of its delicious taste and high nutritional value. Besides being consumed as soup or other dishes, enoki mushrooms have even been used for medicinal purposes, especially in China since ancient times.

The content and benefits of Enoki mushroom

In 100 grams of raw enoki mushroom contains approximately water, energy, carbohydrates, protein, fiber, potassium (potassium), phosphorus, magnesium, niacin, selenium, folate, vitamin D, zinc, and iron. Enoki mushrooms also contain high antioxidants which can prevent the bad effects of free radicals. The ergothioneine antioxidant in this fungus is thought to be able to protect body cells from damage caused by free radicals and UV radiation. Enoki mushrooms are rich in polysaccharides which can be used as health food ingredients and cosmetic products. The amount of fiber in enoki mushrooms is thought to accelerate the breakdown of cholesterol, thereby reducing levels of triglycerides, total cholesterol, bad fats or LDL, and phospholipids in the liver. The mycosterol content in enoki mushrooms is also thought to have the ability to reduce total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol in the blood. This effect is good for preventing heart disease. Even more amazing, enoki mushrooms have anticancer substances called flammulin and proflamin which appear to inhibit the growth of cancer cells, one of which is breast cancer. The anticancer effect of enoki mushroom is also seen from its ability to enhance the immune system against cancer cells.

Enoki Mushroom Recipe

Besides being rich in nutrition, enoki mushrooms are also delicious to eat. With a sweet and savory taste, it's no wonder that enoki mushrooms are excellent ingredients in Korea, Vietnam, Japan and China. This fungus is very versatile, and is usually processed as a side dish or main dish for vegetarians. There are many ways to process it and combine it with other ingredients. Can be used as an ingredient for salads, processed by sautéing and baking, or as an additional ingredient in making soup. If you want to try cooking enoki mushrooms, here's one recipe that you can practice.

Sauté enoki mushrooms and beans

Ingredients:
  • 2 tablespoons of garlic, finely chopped
  • Carrot
  • 3 cups of beans, cut into pieces
  • ¼ cup of enoki mushroom
  • ½ cup teriyaki sauce
  • 2 tablespoons of water
  • 1 cup scallions, chopped
  • Oil to taste
How to make:
  1. Boil enoki mushrooms in boiling water for one minute, strain, set aside.
  2. Heat oil, saute garlic until fragrant. Add carrots, beans and water. Cook for 2 minutes.
  3. Add teriyaki sauce, stir for 3 minutes until the sauce is evenly mixed and absorbed.
  4. Add enoki mushrooms and leeks. Serve.

Spicy seafood soup

Ingredients:
  • 1 fish
  • 2 crabs
  • 1 dozen shrimp
  • 1 bunch of watercress
  • ½ onion
  • ½ packs of tofu
  • Radish to taste
  • 1 bunch of enoki mushrooms
  • 1 tablespoon of chopped garlic
  • 2 tablespoons of chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
  • Salt to taste
How to make:
  1. Heat 5 cups of water in a pan. Add minced garlic, onion, chili powder, salt, soy sauce, turnips. Cook until boiling.
  2. Add fish, crab, and shrimp. Pot lid.
  3. When the seafood is almost cooked, add watercress, tofu, and enoki mushrooms. Cover the pan again, cook until cooked.
After knowing the various benefits of enoki mushroom above, do not hesitate to start putting it in the daily menu. If you have certain medical conditions, you should consult with a nutritionist before consuming enoki mushrooms.

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