Jew's Ear · Auricularia auricula-judae

Jew's ear, (pepeao), raw

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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Jew's ear, (pepeao), raw Pepeao, dried

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25 kcal Calories

0.5 g Protein

6.8 g Carbs

0.0 g Fat

Excellent nutrient density 59/100

How many beneficial nutrients Jew's ear, (pepeao), raw delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.

Caloric ratio

Where the calories in Jew's ear, (pepeao), raw come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

25 kcal / serving

92% from carbs

Carbs 92%

6.8 g per serving
Fat 1%

0.0 g per serving
Protein 7%

0.5 g per serving

What Jew's ear, (pepeao), raw is a good source of

Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).

Copper49% Pantothenic Acid (B5)40% Selenium20% Riboflavin (B2)16%

Full nutrition breakdown

Beneficial
Moderate
Limit
Neutral

Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.

Carbohydrates	Amount	% DV
Total Carbohydrate	6.8 g	2%

Fats & Fatty Acids	Amount	% DV
Total Fat	0.0 g	0%
Trans Fat	0.0 g	—

Protein & Amino Acids	Amount	% DV
Protein	0.5 g	1%

Vitamins	Amount	% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)	0.0 mcg	0%
Vitamin C	0.6 mg	1%
Vitamin D	0.0 mcg	0%
Vitamin E	~	—
Vitamin K	~	—
Thiamin (B1)	0.1 mg	7%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.2 mg	16%
Niacin (B3)	0.1 mg	0%
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg	5%
Folate (B9)	19.0 mcg	5%
Vitamin B12	0.0 mcg	0%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)	2.0 mg	40%

Minerals	Amount	% DV
Calcium	16.0 mg	1%
Iron	0.6 mg	3%
Magnesium	25.0 mg	6%
Phosphorus	14.0 mg	1%
Potassium	43.0 mg	1%
Sodium	9.0 mg	0%
Zinc	0.7 mg	6%
Copper	0.4 mg	49%
Manganese	0.1 mg	4%
Selenium	11.1 mcg	20%

Sterols	Amount	% DV
Cholesterol	0.0 mg	0%
Phytosterols	~	—

Other	Amount	% DV
Alcohol	~	—
Caffeine	~	—
Theobromine	~	—
Ash	0.2 g	—

About Jew's ear, (pepeao), raw

The wood ear mushroom (Auricularia auricula-judae), also called cloud ear, black fungus, or historically Jew's ear, is an edible fungus that grows in ear-shaped, gelatinous brackets on trees. Dark brown to nearly black, it is a staple of Chinese and other Asian cuisines and is usually sold dried, swelling back to its rubbery form when soaked in water. Wood ear has very little flavor of its own but is prized for its distinctive crunchy, springy texture and its ability to soak up the flavors around it.

It is low in calories and fat while providing fiber, iron, and other minerals, and it has a long history in traditional medicine. It is a classic ingredient in hot and sour soup, stir-fries, braises, and cold salads, adding a signature crisp bite. It is always eaten cooked, and only a small amount of the dried fungus is needed since it expands greatly. Choose whole, unbroken dried pieces, and store them in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, where they keep for a very long time.

Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Jew's ear, (pepeao), raw?

There are 25 calories in 100 g of Jew's ear, (pepeao), raw, or about 2 calories in 1 piece (6 g).

How much protein is in Jew's ear, (pepeao), raw?

Jew's ear, (pepeao), raw contains 0.5 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Jew's ear, (pepeao), raw?

Jew's ear, (pepeao), raw has 6.8 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Jew's ear, (pepeao), raw?

Jew's ear, (pepeao), raw provides 0.0 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Jew's ear, (pepeao), raw a good source of?

Jew's ear, (pepeao), raw is an excellent source of Copper (49% DV), Pantothenic Acid (B5) (40% DV) and Selenium (20% DV) and a good source of Riboflavin (B2) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.