Dried Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 甘草 100g Jar Chinese Herbal Tea and Decoction Herb

Dried Licorice Root Slices, known in TCM as Gan Cao (甘草), from Glycyrrhiza uralensis. These hand-cut dried root slices are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient, traditionally valued for their sweet flavor and harmonizing role in herbal formulas. In TCM theory, licorice is considered sweet in flavor and neutral in nature. Suitable for teas, decoctions, and culinary herbal preparations.

Key Selling Points

• Classic TCM herb known as Gan Cao (甘草) with a naturally sweet flavor
• Botanical source Glycyrrhiza uralensis, dried root slices
• Hand-cut slices with even texture for easy brewing and decocting
• Traditionally used to harmonize other herbs in formulas
• Convenient 100g jar for daily herbal tea and soup use

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a pale yellow to yellowish-brown cut surface with a fibrous texture and a faint herbal aroma. When brewed or simmered, they typically release a mild, naturally sweet taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep slices in hot water for a mild herbal tea
• Simmer in herbal decoctions with other botanicals
• Add to soups and stews for traditional flavor
• Use in congee and seasonal culinary recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Gan Cao is traditionally used to moderate and harmonize the actions of other herbs in decoctions. It is a common ingredient in daily herbal teas, tonic soups, and seasonal formulas, often paired with herbs such as chrysanthemum, jujube, or goji berry. Traditionally associated with supporting balance in everyday herbal routines.

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