Dried Tangerine Peel Strips Chen Pi 250g Xinhui Aged Orange Peel for Tea and Cooking

Dried Tangerine Peel Strips, known in TCM as Chen Pi (陈皮), from Citrus reticulata, prepared from mature tangerine peel cut into fine strips and carefully dried. Sourced from the Xinhui core growing area of Jiangmen and graded as Da Hong Pi red peel. In TCM theory, Chen Pi is warm in nature with acrid and bitter flavor, traditionally associated with regulating qi and harmonizing the middle. Enjoy as a daily tea infusion or add to soups and dishes.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Chen Pi strips made from mature tangerine peel
• Botanical source Citrus reticulata from the Xinhui core area of Jiangmen
• Da Hong Pi red peel grade with traditional drying process
• Convenient pre-cut strips ready for tea, soup, or culinary use
• Traditionally used in TCM to regulate qi and support digestion

Quality & Sensory

The strips typically show a deep reddish-brown outer surface with a lighter inner pith, a dry and slightly flexible texture, and a warm citrus aroma. When steeped, the infusion typically tastes mildly bitter and sweet with a refreshing orange fragrance.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep strips in hot water for a daily citrus tea
• Add to soups and stews for traditional flavor
• Use in congee or braised dishes for aroma
• Combine with other herbs in classic decoctions

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Chen Pi is a classic qi-regulating herb traditionally used to ease fullness, support digestion, and resolve dampness. It is commonly simmered in decoctions, added to soups and congee, or paired with herbs such as Pinellia and Poria in traditional formulas. Aged peel is also a familiar ingredient in seasonal cooking and daily wellness teas.

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