Dried Chen Pi Tangerine Peel Shreds 250g Aged Citrus Peel Tea for Brewing and Cooking

Dried Tangerine Peel Shreds, known in TCM as Chen Pi (陈皮), from the sun-dried and aged peel of Citrus reticulata. This 250g pack contains shredded dried citrus peel, a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally associated with regulating qi and supporting digestion. In TCM theory, Chen Pi is warm in nature with acrid and bitter flavors. Commonly brewed as tea, simmered in soups, or added to culinary dishes.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic dried tangerine peel shreds from Jiangmen, a recognized core producing region
• Botanical source Citrus reticulata, known in TCM as Chen Pi (陈皮)
• Traditional Chinese herbal ingredient valued for daily tea and culinary use
• Shredded form convenient for brewing, simmering, and cooking
• Dried and pre-packaged with a 5-year shelf life for long-term storage

Quality & Sensory

The shreds typically show a deep orange to brownish-red color with a dry, slightly curled texture. The aroma is characteristically citrusy and fragrant, and brewed tea typically tastes mildly bitter with a warm, aromatic citrus note.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brew as a standalone herbal tea or blend with pu-erh or other teas
• Add to soups and stews for a fragrant citrus depth
• Simmer in congee or dessert soups for traditional flavor
• Use in braised dishes and marinades as a culinary spice

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Chen Pi is traditionally used to regulate qi, dry dampness, and transform phlegm, and is often paired with herbs such as Ban Xia or Fu Ling in classic decoctions. In everyday folk use, aged tangerine peel is added to soups, congee, and teas, especially in autumn and winter, and is a familiar ingredient in Cantonese cooking and seasonal wellness drinks.

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