Bitter Apricot Kernels (Prunus armeniaca) — Dried Peeled Nan Xing for TCM & Culinary Use
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Bitter Apricot Kernels (Prunus armeniaca) — Dried Peeled Nan Xing for TCM & Culinary Use

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Description

Bitter Apricot Kernels (Prunus armeniaca) are the dried, peeled seeds of the apricot tree, known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Kǔ Xìng Rén (苦杏仁) or Nan Xing (南杏仁). For centuries, this food-herb seed has been prized as a lung-soothing, qi-directing botanical used in decoctions, congee, and medicinal food soups. Its nature is bitter, slightly warm, and mildly toxic in raw form, making it a herb that is traditionally processed and used in modest culinary amounts for soothing the Lung and directing qi downward.

Bitter Apricot Kernels (Prunus armeniaca) — Dried Peeled Nan Xing for TCM & Culinary Use overview
Bitter Apricot Kernels (Prunus armeniaca) — Dried Peeled Nan Xing for TCM & Culinary Use overview

Key Selling Points

  • Traditional Lung-soothing food herb
  • Dried, peeled bitter apricot kernels
  • Prunus armeniaca (Nan Xing)
  • Suitable for decoction, congee, and soup
  • Naturally sun-dried, 500g pack
Bitter Apricot Kernels (Prunus armeniaca) — Dried Peeled Nan Xing for TCM & Culinary Use key features
Bitter Apricot Kernels (Prunus armeniaca) — Dried Peeled Nan Xing for TCM & Culinary Use key features

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is naturally sun-dried and peeled to preserve its pale ivory to light cream color, smooth surface, and faint nutty aroma. The kernels are plump and uniform, with a firm, crisp texture. When decocted or simmered, they soften and release a mild, subtly bitter, nut-like flavor that mellows in soups and congee without overpowering other ingredients.

Bitter Apricot Kernels (Prunus armeniaca) — Dried Peeled Nan Xing for TCM & Culinary Use quality and texture
Bitter Apricot Kernels (Prunus armeniaca) — Dried Peeled Nan Xing for TCM & Culinary Use quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type Dried Food-Herb Seed
Common Name Bitter Apricot Kernel / Nan Xing
Botanical Name Prunus armeniaca
Form Peeled Kernel Pieces (Xing Ren Ban)
Net Weight 500g
Processing Naturally Sun-Dried
Bitter Apricot Kernels (Prunus armeniaca) — Dried Peeled Nan Xing for TCM & Culinary Use specifications
Bitter Apricot Kernels (Prunus armeniaca) — Dried Peeled Nan Xing for TCM & Culinary Use specifications

Usage Scenarios

  • Traditional herbal decoctions
  • Medicinal food soups and broths
  • Congee and grain porridge
  • Herbal tea blends in small amounts
  • Culinary use in traditional recipes
Bitter Apricot Kernels (Prunus armeniaca) — Dried Peeled Nan Xing for TCM & Culinary Use in use
Bitter Apricot Kernels (Prunus armeniaca) — Dried Peeled Nan Xing for TCM & Culinary Use in use

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, bitter apricot kernels are decocted into soups, congee, and medicinal food formulas to soothe the Lung and direct qi downward. They are a classic ingredient in traditional pear and apricot kernel soups, often paired with pear, fritillary bulb, and rock sugar for seasonal nourishment. In daily cooking, they are simmered in small amounts in broths and grain porridges, or brewed in gentle herbal tea blends during dry seasons.

Bitter Apricot Kernels (Prunus armeniaca) — Dried Peeled Nan Xing for TCM & Culinary Use preparation

FAQ Q&A

Q: What are bitter apricot kernels?

A: Bitter apricot kernels are the dried, peeled seeds of Prunus armeniaca, known in Traditional Chinese Medicine as Kǔ Xìng Rén (苦杏仁) or Nan Xing. They are a traditional food-herb used in decoctions, soups, and congee.

Q: What is the traditional wellness value of bitter apricot kernels?

A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, bitter apricot kernels are associated with soothing the Lung and directing qi downward. They are often used in small amounts in medicinal food soups and congee for seasonal nourishment.

Q: How do I use bitter apricot kernels?

A: Rinse the kernels and simmer them in small amounts with soup or congee ingredients, or include them in a traditional decoction. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference, and always cook them thoroughly before use.

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