Fried White Hyacinth Bean 500g Bai Bian Dou Chinese Herbal Tea for Daily Wellness

Fried White Hyacinth Bean, known in TCM as Bai Bian Dou (白扁豆), is the dried, roasted seed of Dolichos lablab. In TCM theory it is considered sweet and slightly warm, entering the Spleen and Stomach channels. Traditionally used to support digestive wellness and gentle daily nourishment, it is commonly prepared as a tea or added to soups and congee.

Key Selling Points

• Identified in TCM as Bai Bian Dou (白扁豆), the seed of Dolichos lablab
• Roasted processing gives a nuttier aroma and easier brewing
• Traditionally associated with Spleen and Stomach support in TCM theory
• Versatile form for teas, soups, congee, and culinary use
• Pre-packaged 500g canister from Anhui, China

Quality & Sensory

The roasted seeds are typically creamy white to pale yellow with a dry, firm texture and a mild toasted, nutty aroma. When brewed or simmered, the liquid is light and slightly sweet with an earthy, gentle taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brewed as a daily herbal tea
• Simmered in soups
• Cooked into congee
• Used in culinary dishes

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Bai Bian Dou is traditionally used to support digestive wellness and is often paired with ingredients such as Chinese yam, lotus seed, and Job's tears. It is commonly simmered in soups, congee, or decoctions, and may be brewed as a gentle daily tea, especially during seasonal transitions.

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