Qian Shi (Euryale ferox) — Dried Gorgon Nut Seeds, Whole Ji Tou Mi for Congee & Soup
Price range: $6.06 through $7.52
Description
Qian Shi (Euryale ferox), also known as Gorgon Nut or Ji Tou Mi (鸡头米), is the dried mature seed of a treasured aquatic food herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Qiàn Shí (芡实). For centuries, Qian Shi has been prized as a gentle, spleen-strengthening and kidney-anchoring herb, traditionally used to support digestive wellness, stabilize the body's essence, and nourish vitality. Its nature is sweet, astringent, and neutral, making it a mild yet deeply nourishing food herb for daily congee, soups, and long-simmered tonics.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional spleen-strengthening food herb
- Whole Ji Tou Mi seeds from Guangdong Zhaoqing
- Euryale ferox, food-herb (药食同源) ingredient
- Hand-selected new-crop quality
- Ideal for congee, soup, and daily nourishment
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully hand-selected to preserve its rounded, plump seed form, creamy ivory-to-pale-brown color, and firm, smooth texture. When simmered, the seeds soften into a pleasant chewy bite and release a mild, subtly sweet, nutty aroma that blends beautifully into congee and broth without overpowering other ingredients.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Food Herb Seeds |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Qian Shi / Ji Tou Mi |
| Botanical Name | Euryale ferox |
| Origin | Zhaoqing, Guangdong |
| Form | Whole Dried Seeds |
| Processing | Hand-Selected, Dried |
Usage Scenarios
- Chinese-style congee and grain porridge
- Slow-simmered soups and broths
- Medicinal food soup packs
- Seasonal daily nourishment
- Herbal tonic blends
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Qian Shi is decocted into congee, soups, and longevity tonics to support daily nourishment and digestive comfort. It is a classic ingredient in Four-Grain Congee and medicinal food soup packs, where it pairs with ingredients like Chinese yam, lotus seed, and goji berry. As a daily food herb, it is simmered alone or blended into nourishing broths for seasonal wellness.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Qian Shi?
A: Qian Shi is the common Chinese name for the dried mature seed of Euryale ferox, also called Gorgon Nut or Ji Tou Mi. It is a traditional food herb used in congee and soup.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Qian Shi?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Qian Shi is associated with strengthening the spleen, anchoring the kidneys, and stabilizing essence. It is often used in congee and soups for daily nourishment.
Q: How do I use whole Qian Shi seeds?
A: Rinse the seeds and simmer them with congee or soup ingredients until softened. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Gorgon rice 8cm 500g, Gordon seeds 8cm 500g, Gorgon rice 9cm 500g, Gordon 9 centimeters 500 grams, Gorgon rice 10cm 500g, Gordon seeds 10cm 500g, Gorgon rice 14cm 500g, 500g gorgon powder |
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