Dried Tangerine Peel Strips Chen Pi 陈皮 500g Sun Dried Citrus Peel for Tea and Cooking

Dried Tangerine Peel Strips, known in TCM as Chen Pi (陈皮), cut from the sun-dried peel of Citrus reticulata. This traditional Chinese herb is valued for its warm nature and aromatic, slightly bitter flavor, traditionally associated with regulating qi and supporting digestive comfort. Commonly simmered in teas, soups, and congee, it is a versatile pantry botanical for daily herbal use.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Chen Pi cut from sun-dried tangerine peel
• Botanical source Citrus reticulata, a classic TCM herb
• Green peel grade traditionally prized for its aromatic strength
• Shredded strip form convenient for tea, soup, and congee
• 500g bulk pack suited to regular household herbal use

Quality & Sensory

Typically deep orange to brownish strips with a slightly rough, oily surface. The aroma is characteristically citrusy and fragrant, and the taste is pleasantly bitter with a warm, aromatic finish when simmered or steeped.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep in hot water as a warming citrus herbal tea
• Simmer in soups and stews for traditional flavor
• Add to congee or rice dishes for gentle aroma
• Use in culinary braises and seasonal recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Chen Pi is traditionally used to regulate qi, dry dampness, and transform phlegm, and it is often paired with herbs such as Ban Xia or Fu Ling in classic decoctions. Home cooks commonly add it to soups, red bean desserts, and congee, and it is a familiar ingredient in autumn and winter wellness teas.

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