Dried Snow Pear Slices Xue Li Pian 100g Herbal Tea Slices for Brewing and Culinary Use

Dried Snow Pear Slices, known in TCM as Xue Li (雪梨), are prepared from the fruit of Pyrus species, typically Pyrus bretschneideri or Pyrus ussuriensis. These large dried slices are a traditional herbal tea ingredient valued in Chinese practice for their moistening character and naturally sweet flavor. In TCM theory, pear is considered cool in nature and sweet in flavor, traditionally associated with the lung channel. Enjoy brewed as a tea, simmered in soups, or added to desserts.

Key Selling Points

• Large dried snow pear slices made from carefully selected fruit
• Known in TCM as Xue Li (雪梨), a classic moistening herbal tea ingredient
• Naturally sweet flavor with no added sugar beyond the fruit's own sweetness
• Air-dried processing helps retain the fruit's natural aroma and pale color
• Versatile for herbal teas, soups, congee, and seasonal dessert recipes

Quality & Sensory

The slices are typically pale cream to light yellow with a firm, dry texture and a subtle fruity aroma. When brewed or simmered, they typically yield a light golden infusion with a mild, naturally sweet pear taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brew as a soothing herbal tea, alone or with chrysanthemum or rock sugar
• Simmer in soups and sweet desserts such as pear and tremella soup
• Add to congee or porridge for gentle fruity sweetness
• Use in seasonal autumn and winter beverage blends

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, snow pear is a familiar household ingredient, often simmered with rock sugar, Fritillaria bulb (Chuan Bei), or tremella fungus for a classic moistening drink. It is commonly used in autumn and winter, when dry air is traditionally believed to challenge the lungs and throat. The slices may also be added to soups and congee for mild sweetness.

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