Organic Dried Gorgon Fruit Qian Shi 12mm Large Granules 500g Premium Red Skin Euryale Seeds

Dried Gorgon Fruit, known in TCM as Qian Shi (芡实) or Ji Tou Mi (鸡头米), from Euryale ferox, the seed of the water plantain family. These 12mm large red-skin granules are oven-dried whole seeds with the reddish outer coat retained. In TCM theory, Qian Shi is neutral in nature, sweet and astringent in flavor, and traditionally associated with the spleen and kidney channels. Traditionally used in soups, congee, and slow-cooked herbal dishes. Store frozen or refrigerated to preserve freshness.

Key Selling Points

• Organic 12mm large-granule red-skin Gorgon Fruit seeds, a premium grade of Qian Shi
• Botanical source Euryale ferox, dried whole seeds with the natural red outer skin retained
• In TCM theory traditionally associated with the spleen and kidney channels
• Oven-dried processing with a 12-month shelf life when stored frozen or refrigerated
• Versatile for congee, soups, decoctions, and traditional herbal cooking

Quality & Sensory

Typically round granules with a reddish-brown outer skin and firm, dense texture. The dried seeds have a mild, starchy aroma. When slow-cooked, they typically turn soft and chewy with a subtle, nutty, slightly sweet taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional congee with rice or lotus seeds
• Add to slow-cooked herbal soups and broths
• Use in decoctions with other TCM herbs
• Incorporate into seasonal culinary dishes and desserts

Traditional Uses

In TCM, Qian Shi is traditionally used in congee and soups, often paired with lotus seeds, Chinese yam, and poria. It is a common ingredient in autumn and winter nourishing dishes and is traditionally associated with supporting the spleen and kidney in classical formulas. Home cooks frequently simmer it slowly until tender for daily family meals.

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