Sichuan Peppercorn Powder (Zanthoxylum bungeanum) — Ground Hua Jiao Spice, 500g Bulk

Sichuan Peppercorn Powder (Zanthoxylum bungeanum) is the finely ground dried pericarp of a revered culinary and traditional herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Huā Jiāo (花椒). Also called Sichuan Pepper or Chinese Prickly Ash, Hua Jiao has been prized for centuries as a warming, aromatic spice used to dispel cold, awaken the appetite, and enliven the senses. Its nature is acrid and warm, making it a lively yet comforting herb for warming the Middle Burner and moving stagnant qi.

Key Selling Points

• Finely ground Sichuan peppercorn powder
• Zanthoxylum bungeanum, food-herb spice
• Naturally sun-dried for full aroma
• 500g bulk loose-pack value
• Sourced from Bozhou, Anhui

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is naturally sun-dried and finely milled to preserve its warm reddish-brown color, soft powdery texture, and intense citrus-like aroma. When added to hot oil or broth, the powder releases a bright, tingling fragrance with a warm, numbing sensation and a subtle sweetness that lingers on the palate.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Seasoning for stir-fries and hot pot
• Flavoring for Sichuan-style noodles and dumplings
• Aromatic base for chili oil and spice blends
• Marinade and rub for meats and vegetables
• Finishing dust for roasted or grilled dishes

Traditional Uses

In folk culinary and herbal practice, Hua Jiao is toasted and ground into daily spice blends, simmered into warming broths, and sprinkled over congee and noodles to awaken the appetite. It is a classic companion to ginger and star anise in slow-cooked soups, and in some regional traditions it is brewed as a light tea to warm the body on cold days.

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