Yunnan Snow Fungus Jelly Xue Yan 500g Plant-Based Gelatinous Dessert Herb for Soups and Sweet Soups

Snow Fungus Jelly, known in Chinese as Xue Yan (雪燕), is a plant-based gum exudate traditionally valued in Chinese dessert soups. Sourced from Yunnan, this 500g pack of dried resin pieces swells into a translucent, jelly-like texture when soaked. In traditional practice it is often paired with peach gum and quinoa seeds in sweet soups. Store in a cool dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Plant-based gum exudate known as Xue Yan (雪燕) from Yunnan
• 500g bulk pack suitable for regular dessert soup preparation
• Swells into a translucent jelly-like texture after soaking
• Traditionally paired with peach gum and quinoa seeds in sweet soups
• Dried form with 12-month shelf life when stored in a cool dry place

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale ivory to light amber irregular dried pieces with a hard, glassy texture. After soaking, pieces expand and become soft, translucent, and gelatinous. When simmered, the liquid typically turns slightly viscous with a mild, neutral taste that carries other flavors well.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Soak and simmer into traditional Chinese sweet dessert soups
• Combine with peach gum and quinoa seeds in slow-cooked sweet soups
• Add to congee or herbal dessert broths after soaking
• Use in chilled summer desserts with rock sugar and coconut milk

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese food practice, Xue Yan is soaked overnight then simmered until gelatinous, often combined with peach gum, quinoa seeds, rock sugar, or red dates in sweet soups. It is traditionally associated with nourishing desserts enjoyed in warm weather or as a light evening treat. Preparation typically involves rinsing, soaking for several hours, and gentle simmering.

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