Pumpkin Seeds Shelled Pumpkin Kernel Nan Gua Zi Ren 500g Raw Edible Agricultural Product

Shelled Pumpkin Seeds, known in TCM as Nan Gua Zi Ren (南瓜子仁), from Cucurbita moschata. These hulled seeds are a raw edible agricultural product supplied in a 500g simple pack. In TCM theory, pumpkin seeds are considered sweet and neutral, traditionally associated with the Large Intestine and Stomach channels. Traditionally used as a gentle food-herb in daily diets and home preparations. Store at room temperature and consume as a food ingredient.

Key Selling Points

• Hulled pumpkin seeds with green kernel and thin outer skin
• Known in TCM as Nan Gua Zi Ren (南瓜子仁)
• Raw edible agricultural product supplied in a 500g simple pack
• Traditionally associated with the Large Intestine and Stomach channels
• Versatile for snacking, baking, congee, and mooncake fillings

Quality & Sensory

The kernels are typically flat oval with a pale green to olive-green color and a thin papery skin. Texture is firm and crisp when raw, becoming softer when cooked or baked. Aroma is mild and nutty. Taste is mild, slightly sweet, and nutty, with a soft crunch when chewed.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Eaten as a raw or roasted snack
• Added to congee or porridge
• Used as a filling ingredient for mooncakes and pastries
• Blended into soups or baked goods
• Ground and added to daily food mixes

Traditional Uses

In TCM and folk practice, pumpkin seeds have traditionally been used as a food-herb. They are commonly eaten raw, roasted, or ground and added to congee and soups. Traditional preparations sometimes pair them with other mild food-herbs in daily meals. They are also used as a filling in festive foods such as mooncakes.

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