Dried Chen Pi Tangerine Peel Shreds 500g Aged Citrus Peel for Tea and Cooking

Dried Tangerine Peel Shreds, known in TCM as Chen Pi (陈皮), from the sun-dried peel of Citrus reticulata. These fine peel strips are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally associated with regulating qi and harmonizing the middle. In TCM theory Chen Pi is warm in nature with acrid and bitter flavor, entering the spleen and lung channels. Enjoy as tea, in soups, or in culinary dishes.

Key Selling Points

• Classic Chen Pi tangerine peel cut into convenient shreds for easy brewing and cooking
• Botanical source Citrus reticulata, a staple of traditional Chinese herbal practice
• Sun-dried processing preserves the natural citrus aroma of the peel
• 500g value pack suitable for daily tea, soups, and culinary use
• Traditionally associated with supporting digestion and moving qi in TCM theory

Quality & Sensory

The shreds typically show a reddish-brown to amber color with a dry, slightly curled texture. The aroma is characteristically citrusy and warm, and when steeped or simmered the taste is typically mildly bitter with a fragrant, zesty finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep as a warming citrus peel tea
• Add to soups and stews for aromatic depth
• Simmer in congee or porridge
• Use in braised dishes and traditional culinary recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice Chen Pi is traditionally used to regulate qi, dry dampness, and transform phlegm, and it is a common ingredient in classic formulas and everyday kitchen decoctions. It is often paired with hawthorn, poria, or ginger in teas and soups, and is a familiar addition to Cantonese slow-cooked soups and festive seasonal dishes.

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