Dried Aged Tangerine Peel Chenpi Strips Sun Dried 500g Traditional Herbal Tea Ingredient

Dried Tangerine Peel Strips, known in TCM as Chenpi (陈皮), from Citrus reticulata, are sun-dried aged peels of mature tangerines. In TCM theory, Chenpi is warm and pungent with a bitter-sweet flavor, traditionally associated with the Lung and Spleen channels. Traditionally used to support digestive comfort and the smooth flow of qi. Commonly simmered in teas, soups, and congee. Store sealed in a cool dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Sun-dried tangerine peel strips made from mature red tangerine peel
• Known in TCM as Chenpi (陈皮), a classic traditional herbal ingredient
• Natural air-drying process with no added flavoring
• 500g bulk pack suitable for regular tea and soup preparation
• Traditionally associated with supporting digestion and qi flow

Quality & Sensory

The strips are typically deep orange-brown to dark reddish-brown with a leathery, slightly brittle texture. They carry a warm, citrusy aroma with subtle aged notes. When simmered, the brew is typically golden amber with a gentle bittersweet tangerine taste and a lingering citrus finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered as a standalone herbal tea
• Added to soups and broths for aroma
• Cooked into congee
• Used in traditional decoctions with other herbs
• Used as a culinary seasoning in braised dishes

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Chenpi is traditionally used to support digestive comfort and the smooth movement of qi. It is commonly simmered alone as a daily tea or paired with herbs such as hawthorn, ginger, or licorice in decoctions. Folk practice also adds Chenpi to soups, congee, and braised dishes to enhance aroma and balance richness. Aged peel is traditionally valued for its mellow character.

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