Sour Jujube Seed Tea Suan Zao Ren Stir-Fried Herbal Tea 500g Traditional Sleep Tea

Sour Jujube Seed Tea, known in TCM as Suan Zao Ren (酸枣仁), from Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa seeds. These stir-fried seeds are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally associated with calming the spirit and nourishing the heart. In TCM theory, Suan Zao Ren is sweet and neutral in nature. Suitable for daily herbal tea, decoctions, or congee preparation.

Key Selling Points

• Stir-fried Suan Zao Ren seeds prepared for herbal tea and decoction use
• Botanical source Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa, a classic TCM seed herb
• Traditionally associated with calming the spirit and supporting restful sleep
• 500g bulk pack suitable for regular home preparation
• Versatile ingredient for tea, soup, and congee recipes

Quality & Sensory

The seeds are typically small, flat, and reddish-brown with a glossy surface from stir-frying. They carry a mild roasted, nutty aroma. When simmered or steeped, the tea typically tastes lightly sweet and mellow with a gentle toasted note.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep as a daily herbal sleep tea
• Simmer into traditional decoctions
• Add to congee or porridge
• Combine with other calming herbs in evening blends

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Suan Zao Ren has long been used to nourish heart yin and calm the spirit, and it appears in classic formulas such as Suan Zao Ren Tang. Traditionally, the stir-fried seeds are crushed and simmered or steeped as an evening tea, often paired with herbs like Fu Ling or Zhi Mu. It is also cooked into congee for seasonal restorative use.

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