Dried Buddha Hand Citrus Slices Fo Shou Pian Culinary Aromatic Herb for Braising and Soup 500g

Dried Buddha Hand Citrus Slices, known in TCM as Fo Shou Pian (佛手片), cut from the fragrant fruit of Citrus medica var. sarcodactylis. These uniformly sliced, sulfur-free pieces are a classic aromatic citrus herb valued in traditional Chinese practice for regulating qi and harmonizing the middle. Traditionally considered warm, acrid-bitter, and entering the liver, spleen, and lung channels, they are widely used in braising spices, soups, and herbal decoctions. Store sealed in a cool dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Sliced dried Buddha Hand citrus fruit, a classic TCM aromatic herb
• Botanical source Citrus medica var. sarcodactylis, grown in Guangdong
• Sulfur-free processing with even thin and thick slices
• Traditionally used to regulate qi and release stagnation in TCM
• Popular culinary spice for braising, soups, and removing gamey odors

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show pale yellow to light brown tones with a firm, dry texture and visible citrus peel character. The aroma is typically fresh, citrusy, and slightly floral. When simmered, they release a mild, pleasantly bitter citrus fragrance that perfumes broths and braises.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Add to braising spice mixes for meats and poultry
• Simmer in soups and broths to add citrus aroma
• Use in herbal decoctions with other qi-regulating herbs
• Infuse in warm water as a light traditional citrus tea

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Fo Shou is traditionally associated with soothing the liver, regulating qi, and harmonizing the stomach, and it is often paired with herbs like Chen Pi or Xiang Fu in decoctions. In folk and culinary practice, the slices are added to braising liquids, marinades, and slow-cooked soups to lend a gentle citrus fragrance and reduce gamey flavors. They are also occasionally steeped as a simple seasonal citrus infusion.

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