Dried Aged Tangerine Peel Shreds Chen Pi Si 500g Guangdong Low Temperature Dried Orange Peel for Tea and Soup

Dried Aged Tangerine Peel Shreds, known in TCM as Chen Pi (陈皮) or Ju Pi (橘皮), from Citrus reticulata, are the dried mature peel of the tangerine fruit cut into fine shreds. In TCM theory, Chen Pi is warm in nature, pungent and bitter in flavor, and traditionally associated with the Lung and Spleen channels. Traditionally used to support digestive comfort and the smooth flow of qi. This 500g loose batch is low-temperature slow-dried in Guangdong and is suited for teas, soups, and everyday culinary use.

Key Selling Points

• Dried tangerine peel shreds from Citrus reticulata, the classic TCM herb Chen Pi
• Sourced from Guangdong, a well-known tangerine peel producing region
• Low-temperature slow drying helps preserve natural aroma and color
• Cut into fine shreds for easy measuring in teas, soups, and congee
• 500g loose bulk pack with a 12-month shelf life when stored cold

Quality & Sensory

The shreds are typically deep orange-brown to dark amber in color with a dry, slightly leathery texture. They carry a warm, citrusy aroma with sweet and bitter notes. When brewed or simmered, the liquor is typically golden and offers a mild fruity, gently bitter tangerine taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brewed as a simple daily herbal tea
• Simmered in soups and broths
• Added to congee during cooking
• Used as a culinary spice in braised dishes
• Combined with other herbs in traditional decoctions

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Chen Pi is traditionally used to support digestive comfort and the smooth movement of qi. It is commonly simmered in decoctions, added to soups, or brewed as a daily tea. Traditional pairings include ginger, hawthorn, and licorice. Aged peel is often valued for its mellow aroma and is used in seasonal cooking and folk wellness preparations.

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