Apricot Kernel Powder Xing Ren 500g Food Grade Ground Herbal Powder for Tea and Culinary Use

Apricot Kernel Powder, known in TCM as Xing Ren (杏仁), is a finely ground powder prepared from the seed of Prunus armeniaca. In TCM theory, apricot kernel is traditionally associated with a bitter flavor and gentle moistening quality, and it is a classic ingredient in herbal formulas and daily wellness cooking. This food-grade powder is convenient for blending into teas, congee, or baked goods. Store in a cool, dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Finely ground apricot kernel powder made from a classic TCM seed herb
• Botanical source Prunus armeniaca, known in Chinese as Xing Ren (杏仁)
• Food-grade powder suitable for teas, congee, and culinary blending
• Convenient 500g pack with a 24-month shelf life
• Traditionally valued in TCM for its moistening and lung-related properties

Quality & Sensory

The powder is typically an off-white to light beige color with a fine, smooth texture. It carries a mild, nutty, slightly bitter aroma characteristic of apricot kernels, and when mixed into warm liquids it typically produces a gentle, nutty taste with a faintly bitter finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Stir into warm water or tea as a traditional herbal drink
• Blend into congee or porridge for daily wellness cooking
• Add to baked goods, smoothies, or dessert soups
• Use in custom herbal powder blends prepared from a formula

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, apricot kernel is a well-known seed herb often included in decoctions and food therapy recipes. It is traditionally paired with herbs such as lily bulb, pear, or mulberry leaf in moistening preparations, and ground apricot kernel has long been used in congee, dessert soups, and daily tonics, especially during dry seasons.

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