Freeze Dried Chinese Yam Powder Huai Shan Yao 560g Wen County Iron Stick Yam

Freeze-dried Chinese Yam Powder, known in TCM as Huai Shan Yao (怀山药), from Dioscorea polystachya, made from the dried root of Wen County Iron Stick Yam. This fine powder is traditionally associated with the spleen and stomach in TCM theory, where it is considered sweet and neutral. Traditionally used as a gentle food-grade herb in daily congee, soups, and drinks. Convenient for modern kitchens and suitable for general wellness routines.

Key Selling Points

• Made from Wen County Iron Stick Yam, a well-known Huai Shan Yao variety
• Freeze-dried processing helps preserve natural color and aroma
• Fine powder form mixes easily into drinks, congee, and soups
• Traditional TCM ingredient associated with the spleen and stomach
• 560g resealable can for convenient daily use

Quality & Sensory

The powder is typically off-white to pale cream in color with a fine, smooth texture. It has a mild, earthy aroma and a neutral, slightly sweet taste when mixed with warm water or cooked into congee. Freeze-drying helps retain the characteristic yam flavor without heavy roasting notes.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Stir into warm water or milk as a daily drink
• Add to rice congee or porridge
• Mix into soups or stews as a thickening food ingredient
• Blend into smoothies or baked goods

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Huai Shan Yao is traditionally used to support the spleen and stomach and is considered a gentle, food-like herb. It is commonly cooked into congee, soups, and decoctions, often paired with ingredients such as lotus seed, goji berry, or pork ribs. Traditional preparations favor slow cooking to bring out its mild, sweet nature.

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