Licorice Root Powder Gan Cao 甘草粉 Freshly Milled Raw Herbal Powder 500g

Licorice Root Powder, known in TCM as Gan Cao (甘草), from Glycyrrhiza uralensis, made from dried licorice root finely milled for culinary and herbal use. In TCM theory, licorice is sweet in flavor and neutral in nature, traditionally associated with harmonizing herbal blends and supporting balance in daily formulas. This raw agricultural product is suitable for teas, decoctions, and cooking, and is not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Single-ingredient licorice root powder with no additives
• Botanical source Glycyrrhiza uralensis, known in TCM as Gan Cao (甘草)
• Freshly milled from dried licorice root for a fine, even texture
• Traditionally used in TCM to harmonize herbal blends and sweeten formulas
• Versatile for herbal teas, decoctions, congee, and culinary recipes

Quality & Sensory

The powder is typically pale yellow to light brown with a fine, dry texture and a faintly sweet, earthy aroma. When brewed or simmered, it typically yields a mild, naturally sweet taste with subtle woody undertones.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Stir into hot water as a simple herbal tea
• Add to soups and decoctions during simmering
• Blend into congee or porridge for gentle sweetness
• Use in baking and culinary recipes as a natural flavoring

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Gan Cao is one of the most frequently used herbs, traditionally valued for harmonizing other ingredients in multi-herb decoctions. It has been commonly paired with herbs such as chrysanthemum, jujube, and ginger in daily teas and soups, and added to congee or slow-cooked drinks, especially in autumn and winter routines.

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