How much can one kilogram of dried dragon beard vegetable be soaked in

One kilogram of dried Chinese cabbage can usually be soaked for about 5-8 kilograms, and the specific soaking amount depends on factors such as water temperature and soaking time.

Dried dragon beard vegetable belongs to high dietary fiber algae with strong water absorption and swelling ability. After soaking in cold water for 4-6 hours, the volume can increase to about 5 times the original volume, and soaking in warm water for 2-3 hours can achieve 6-8 times the expansion rate. During the foaming process, attention should be paid to changing the water and cleaning to remove surface impurities. If boiling water is used for rapid foaming, the expansion rate will be slightly lower but it can shorten the processing time, making it suitable for emergency situations. After fully soaking, the dragon beard vegetable appears semi transparent, with a flexible and elastic texture. The parts that have not been fully soaked should continue to be soaked to avoid affecting the taste.

Excessive soaking may cause softening and loss of chewiness in the tissue of dragon beard vegetables. It is recommended to take them in batches to avoid waste. After soaking, sauerkraut can be cold mixed, boiled in soup, or stir fried. It should not be stored in the refrigerator for more than 3 days. People with spleen and stomach deficiency and cold should control their consumption and avoid excessive intake of dietary fiber, which may cause gastrointestinal discomfort. When purchasing, choose high-quality dry products without sand particles and with a green brown color to achieve better hair soaking effects.