Roasted Winter Melon Seeds Low Temperature Baked Dong Gua Zi for Soup and Soy Milk 500g

Roasted Winter Melon Seeds, known in TCM as Dong Gua Zi (冬瓜子), from Benincasa hispida. These low-temperature baked seed kernels are a traditional Chinese herbal food ingredient used in soups, congee, and freshly ground soy milk. In TCM theory, Dong Gua Zi is considered sweet and slightly cold, traditionally associated with clearing heat and supporting fluid balance. Enjoy as a gentle everyday culinary herb in cooked dishes.

Key Selling Points

• Identifiable TCM herb Dong Gua Zi (冬瓜子) from Benincasa hispida
• Low-temperature baked to preserve natural seed character
• Traditional ingredient for soups, congee, and herbal decoctions
• Also used as a base for freshly ground soy milk and grain drinks
• Bulk 500g bag suitable for regular kitchen or clinic use

Quality & Sensory

These roasted winter melon seeds are typically off-white to pale cream in color with a firm, slightly crisp texture from low-temperature baking. They have a mild, nutty aroma and a subtle, neutral taste that blends well into soups, congee, and soy milk without overpowering other ingredients.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Add to traditional herbal soups and broths
• Simmer in congee or rice porridge
• Blend into freshly ground soy milk or grain drinks
• Use in everyday home decoctions

Traditional Uses

In TCM and folk practice, Dong Gua Zi is traditionally used in decoctions and soups, often paired with other gentle herbs for seasonal heat support. It is commonly simmered in congee or combined with grains in soy milk preparations. Traditional texts associate it with sweet, slightly cold properties and the lung and large intestine channels.

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