Dried Hawthorn Slices Shan Zha Seedless Rings Natural Sun Dried Chinese Herbal Snack and Tea Ingredient 500g

Seedless Dried Hawthorn Rings, known in TCM as Shan Zha (山楂), from Crataegus pinnatifida fruit. These naturally sun-dried hawthorn rings are prepared with the core removed, leaving thin dried fruit circles with a tangy aroma. In TCM theory, hawthorn is slightly warm with sour and sweet flavor and is traditionally associated with the spleen, stomach, and liver channels. Enjoy as a herbal tea ingredient, culinary flavoring, or traditional snack.

Key Selling Points

• Seedless hawthorn rings with the core removed for convenient use
• Made from Crataegus pinnatifida fruit known in TCM as Shan Zha
• Naturally sun-dried using traditional processing without additives
• Tangy dried fruit rings suitable for teas, soups, and culinary recipes
• Sold as a 500g loose pack of dried edible hawthorn

Quality & Sensory

These hawthorn rings typically show a reddish to yellowish dried fruit color with a light, leathery texture. The aroma is characteristically fruity and mildly sour, and when steeped or simmered they release a pleasantly tart, slightly sweet taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep in hot water as a tangy herbal fruit tea
• Simmer in soups or decoctions with other herbs
• Add to congee or desserts for natural tartness
• Use in culinary recipes such as sauces and baked goods

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Shan Zha has long been used in decoctions and daily teas, often paired with herbs such as Mai Ya and Shen Qu in classic digestive formulas. It is also a familiar folk ingredient in seasonal cooking, added to congee, sweet soups, and candied fruit preparations for its sour-sweet flavor.

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