Dried Rice Sprout Dao Ya 500g x 2 Cans Raw Herb for Tea and Decoction

Dried Rice Sprout, known in TCM as Dao Ya (稻芽), from Oryza sativa, is the dried sprouted grain of rice prepared by sun-drying. In TCM theory it is mild in nature with a sweet flavor and is traditionally associated with the spleen and stomach channels. This listing offers both raw and stir-fried Dao Ya, commonly simmered as a light herbal tea or added to decoctions. This product is a food-grade botanical and is not intended to replace medical treatment.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic dried rice sprout known in TCM as Dao Ya (稻芽)
• Botanical source is Oryza sativa, the common rice plant
• Available in raw and stir-fried forms for different traditional preparations
• Sun-dried processing preserves the natural grain character
• Commonly brewed as a mild tea or simmered in herbal decoctions

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellow to light golden in color with a dry, firm grain texture. Raw Dao Ya has a mild, slightly sweet grain aroma, while the stir-fried form typically carries a warm, toasted note. When simmered, it yields a light, gently sweet infusion.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer as a mild standalone herbal tea
• Add to multi-herb decoctions with malt and other digestives
• Combine with hawthorn or barley sprout in traditional grain-sprout blends
• Use in seasonal congee or culinary preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Dao Ya is traditionally used to support healthy digestion and is often paired with Mai Ya (barley sprout) and Gu Ya (millet sprout) in classic grain-sprout combinations. It is commonly simmered into a light tea or decoction, and the stir-fried form is traditionally favored for gentler, food-based preparations. Families often keep it on hand for everyday wellness teas.

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