Dried Green Lemon Slices Qing Ning Meng Pian Natural Dried Fruit Slices for Tea and Culinary Use 500g

Dried Green Lemon Slices, known in Chinese as Qing Ning Meng (青柠檬), are thin dried slices of the fruit of Citrus aurantiifolia. Sold as a food-grade agricultural product, they are typically used in herbal teas, infused waters, and culinary preparations. In traditional practice, lemon is regarded as a cooling fruit with a sour flavor, often enjoyed in warm or chilled drinks. Steep in hot water or add to recipes as desired.

Key Selling Points

• Made from whole green lemons cut into thin dried slices
• Botanical source is Citrus aurantiifolia, a widely used citrus fruit
• Known in Chinese as Qing Ning Meng (青柠檬)
• Dried by a baking process and stored at room temperature
• Suitable for daily teas, infused drinks, and culinary recipes

Quality & Sensory

The slices are typically pale green to light yellow with a thin rind and firm, dry texture. They typically carry a bright citrus aroma, and brewed slices yield a refreshingly sour, lightly fragrant taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep in hot water for a citrus herbal tea
• Add to cold or sparkling water for infused drinks
• Use in marinades, dressings, and baked goods
• Garnish cocktails, mocktails, and desserts

Traditional Uses

In traditional practice, lemon is considered a cooling fruit with a sour flavor and is commonly steeped with honey or rock sugar in warm water. Dried lemon slices are a familiar household ingredient in Chinese kitchens, used in daily teas, summer chilled drinks, and seasonal recipes, and are often paired with chrysanthemum, hawthorn, or other dried fruits in blended infusions.

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