Bitter Melon Seeds Ku Gua Zi Dried Edible Herb 500g Clean Unsulfured
$14.42
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Description
Dried Bitter Melon Seeds, known in TCM as Ku Gua Zi (苦瓜籽), from Momordica charantia. These clean, unsulfured seeds are a traditional edible herb valued in TCM theory for their bitter, cooling nature and channel entry to the heart, spleen, and stomach. Traditionally used in decoctions and soups, they offer a convenient way to incorporate a classic herbal ingredient into daily wellness routines.




Key Selling Points
- Identified as Ku Gua Zi (苦瓜籽), the dried seeds of Momordica charantia
- Unsulfured and carefully cleaned with no visible impurities
- Traditional TCM herb with bitter flavor and cooling energy
- Versatile form suitable for decoctions, soups, and congee
- Packaged as 500g of edible agricultural product




Quality & Sensory
These seeds are typically off-white to pale tan with a firm, smooth texture. They have a mild, earthy aroma and a distinctly bitter taste when decocted or cooked, which is characteristic of the herb.




Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried edible herb seeds |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 苦瓜籽 |
| Pinyin | Ku Gua Zi |
| Botanical Name | Momordica charantia |
| Plant Part | Seed |
| Net Weight | 500g |




Usage Scenarios
- Add to herbal decoctions
- Simmer in soups
- Cook into congee
- Use in traditional culinary preparations




Traditional Uses
In TCM theory, Ku Gua Zi is traditionally used in decoctions to clear heat and support digestive wellness. It is often combined with other cooling herbs and may be simmered in soups or congee for seasonal support. Folk practice includes using it as a bitter tonic in daily teas.




FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: It is dried Bitter Melon Seeds, known as Ku Gua Zi (苦瓜籽) in TCM, from the Momordica charantia plant.
Q: What is its traditional value?
A: Traditionally, it is considered a cooling herb with bitter flavor, used in TCM theory to clear heat and support digestion.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: It is typically simmered in decoctions, soups, or congee. It can also be ground and used in teas.

Additional information
| Weight | 0.55 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20 × 15 × 5 cm |
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