Mushrooms are one of the most important foods in the human body, giving the body energy and nutrients to build the body.
Mushrooms are a plant that belongs to the group of fungi and has been described by various experts as beneficial in human health, including the removal of dead cells from the body.
Growing mushrooms is easy and you can harvest and sell them directly at the market or use them at home. You can also add value by drying and selling later.
Mushrooms can last up to six (6) months without spoiling if they are properly dried, as you will continue to have their nutrients.
Ways to dry mushrooms
Mushrooms can be dried in two ways, either by using an electric dryer or by using a solar dryer.
Essential requirements for drying mushrooms
Equipment
- Knife for cutting mushrooms
- Pots
- Wood
- A tablet that will be used to cut mushrooms
- Paper to put mushrooms to dry
- Raw materials
Requirement
- Mushroom
- Salt
- Water
How to dry
- Prepare mushrooms for drying, by drying all areas and removing damaged mushrooms.
- Remove all waste that will be on the mushrooms.
- Separate the top part of the mushroom with its stem to help speed up the preparation.
- Clean / wash thoroughly to remove dirt and dirt.
- After washing, dry with a dry cloth.
- Cut into pieces and place in a saucepan according to the number of mushrooms you have, mixing with some water and salt.
- Prepare the fire and put the mushroom pot in the kitchen and boil for a few minutes.
- When the mushrooms have boiled, remove and spread in a clean sack and place in a well-ventilated and well-ventilated place for more than 3 hours until dry.
- When the mushrooms are dry, store them for use.
How to store
To prevent spoilage of mushrooms, they should be kept in a clean, well-ventilated, moist, ventilated place free from pests and kept dry.
Dried crops will be safe if they are stored in such a way that they remain dry and free of pests.
Important
Keep in mind, mushrooms can absorb moisture as well as odors quickly, so it is forbidden to store dried mushroom products near salt, oil or other products that increase air humidity, or those that can transmit odors.
