Dried Qing Fruit Chinese Olive Qing Guo 500g Traditional Herbal Ingredient for Culinary Use
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Description
Dried Qing Fruit, known in TCM as Qing Guo (青果), is the dried fruit of Canarium album, commonly called Chinese olive. Traditionally associated with the lung and stomach channels and considered sweet, sour, and neutral in TCM theory, it is a classic ingredient for herbal teas, decoctions, and culinary preparations. This 500g pack contains whole dried fruits supplied as a food-grade botanical for traditional use.



Key Selling Points
- Whole dried Chinese olive fruit supplied in a 500g resealable bag
- Botanical source is Canarium album, a traditional TCM fruit
- Traditionally associated with the lung and stomach channels in TCM theory
- Air-dried and winnowed processing with no further treatment
- Suitable for herbal teas, decoctions, soups, and culinary recipes



Quality & Sensory
Typically the dried fruits are brownish to dark brown with a slightly wrinkled surface and firm texture. They carry a mild, faintly sweet and astringent aroma, and when simmered or steeped they typically yield a light, subtly tart and slightly sweet taste.



Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried whole fruit |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 青果 |
| Pinyin | Qing Guo |
| Botanical Name | Canarium album |
| Plant Part | Fruit |
| Net Weight | 500g |



Usage Scenarios
- Simmer into traditional herbal decoctions
- Steep with other herbs for a daily herbal tea
- Add to soups and slow-cooked broths
- Use in culinary recipes and seasonal food preparations



Traditional Uses
In traditional Chinese practice, Qing Guo has long been simmered alone or paired with herbs such as luo han guo or chrysanthemum in home-style decoctions and teas, especially during dry seasons. It is also a familiar ingredient in Cantonese soup traditions and in folk preparations where the fruit is cracked and steeped for a light, tart beverage.

FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: It is whole dried Chinese olive fruit, known in TCM as Qing Guo (青果), from Canarium album, supplied as a 500g pack of food-grade dried botanical.
Q: What is its traditional value?
A: In TCM theory it is considered sweet, sour, and neutral and is traditionally associated with the lung and stomach channels. It has long been used in traditional herbal teas and decoctions.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: The fruits are typically simmered in water for a decoction, steeped as a tea, or added to soups and slow-cooked dishes according to personal preference.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.55 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20 × 15 × 6 cm |
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