Dried Dark Plum Wu Mei 500g Suan Mei Tang Ingredient Smoked-Free Sichuan Herb
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Dried Dark Plum Wu Mei 500g Suan Mei Tang Ingredient Smoked-Free Sichuan Herb

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Description

Dried Dark Plum, known in TCM as Wu Mei (乌梅), from Prunus mume, is the smoked and dried fruit of the plum tree. Traditionally associated with a sour, neutral nature in TCM theory and linked to the Lung, Spleen, and Large Intestine channels. This 500g bag of whole dried plums is a classic base for Suan Mei Tang sour plum drink and other traditional herbal preparations. Store at room temperature in a dry place.

Dried Dark Plum Wu Mei 500g Suan Mei Tang Ingredient Smoked-Free Sichuan Herb overview
Dried Dark Plum Wu Mei 500g Suan Mei Tang Ingredient Smoked-Free Sichuan Herb overview
Dried Dark Plum Wu Mei 500g Suan Mei Tang Ingredient Smoked-Free Sichuan Herb overview

Key Selling Points

  • Whole dried dark plum fruit prepared in the traditional smoked style
  • Botanical source Prunus mume with Chinese name Wu Mei 乌梅
  • Classic raw material for homemade Suan Mei Tang sour plum beverage
  • Sourced from Sichuan with a 12-month shelf life
  • Generous 500g bulk bag suitable for tea, decoction, and culinary use
Dried Dark Plum Wu Mei 500g Suan Mei Tang Ingredient Smoked-Free Sichuan Herb key features
Dried Dark Plum Wu Mei 500g Suan Mei Tang Ingredient Smoked-Free Sichuan Herb key features
Dried Dark Plum Wu Mei 500g Suan Mei Tang Ingredient Smoked-Free Sichuan Herb key features

Quality & Sensory

These dried plums typically show a deep blackish-brown color with wrinkled, fleshy skin and a firm, slightly sticky texture. They carry a characteristic smoky, sour aroma, and when simmered they yield a tangy, mildly sweet and smoky infusion.

Dried Dark Plum Wu Mei 500g Suan Mei Tang Ingredient Smoked-Free Sichuan Herb quality and texture
Dried Dark Plum Wu Mei 500g Suan Mei Tang Ingredient Smoked-Free Sichuan Herb quality and texture
Dried Dark Plum Wu Mei 500g Suan Mei Tang Ingredient Smoked-Free Sichuan Herb quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type Dried fruit for food and traditional herbal use
Chinese Name 乌梅
Pinyin Wu Mei
Botanical Name Prunus mume
Plant Part Fruit
Net Weight 500 g
Dried Dark Plum Wu Mei 500g Suan Mei Tang Ingredient Smoked-Free Sichuan Herb specifications
Dried Dark Plum Wu Mei 500g Suan Mei Tang Ingredient Smoked-Free Sichuan Herb specifications
Dried Dark Plum Wu Mei 500g Suan Mei Tang Ingredient Smoked-Free Sichuan Herb specifications

Usage Scenarios

  • Simmer into traditional Suan Mei Tang sour plum drink
  • Add to herbal decoctions in TCM practice
  • Use in culinary dishes, sauces, and marinades
  • Brew as a standalone sour plum tea
Dried Dark Plum Wu Mei 500g Suan Mei Tang Ingredient Smoked-Free Sichuan Herb in use
Dried Dark Plum Wu Mei 500g Suan Mei Tang Ingredient Smoked-Free Sichuan Herb in use
Dried Dark Plum Wu Mei 500g Suan Mei Tang Ingredient Smoked-Free Sichuan Herb in use

Traditional Uses

In TCM tradition, Wu Mei has long been valued in decoctions and is a defining ingredient of the classic summer beverage Suan Mei Tang, often simmered with licorice, hawthorn, and dried tangerine peel. It is also traditionally used in folk recipes for plum-based syrups and seasonal drinks, and is a common pantry item in Chinese households during warm months.

Dried Dark Plum Wu Mei 500g Suan Mei Tang Ingredient Smoked-Free Sichuan Herb preparation

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is this product?

A: It is 500g of whole dried dark plum fruit, known in TCM as Wu Mei (乌梅) from Prunus mume, sold as a food-grade agricultural product from Sichuan.

Q: What is it traditionally used for?

A: Traditionally it is the key ingredient in Suan Mei Tang sour plum drink and is used in TCM decoctions, where it is associated with a sour flavor and neutral nature.

Q: How do I prepare it?

A: Rinse the plums and simmer them in water, commonly with other herbs or sweeteners, to make a sour plum beverage or decoction.

Additional information

Weight N/A
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Packaging specifications Small plum 500g, Mixed goods 500g, Select goods 500g, Small black plums 500g raw black plums, Standardized goods raw black plum 500g, Select goods 500g raw black plums, Black plum meat 500g, Small plum 100g, Mixed goods 100g, Select goods 100g

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