Zao Jiao Mi (Gleditsia sinensis Seed Kernels) — Dried Snow Lotus Seed Food Herb, 500g
Price range: $6.71 through $8.24
Description
Zao Jiao Mi (Gleditsia sinensis) are the dried seed kernels of the Chinese honeylocust tree, known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Zào Jiǎo Mǐ (皂角米) and affectionately called Xuě Lián Zǐ (雪莲子), or "Snow Lotus Seed." For generations this food herb has been prized as a gentle, yin-nourishing ingredient used in sweet soups, congee, and daily tonics. Its nature is sweet and neutral, making it a mild yet deeply hydrating herb traditionally associated with moistening dryness, supporting fluid balance, and nurturing the body's yin.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional yin-nourishing food herb (药食同源)
- Dried Gleditsia sinensis seed kernels
- Known as Snow Lotus Seed (雪莲子)
- Single-clip (单夹) grade, sulfur-free
- 500g bulk pack for soups and sweet broths
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is gently dried to preserve the kernels' pale ivory to translucent amber color, smooth glossy surface, and clean, faintly nutty aroma. When soaked, the kernels swell into soft, gelatinous pearls with a delicate springy bite. Simmered in sweet soups, they release a mild, subtly sweet flavor and a silky, mucilaginous texture that thickens the broth naturally without overpowering companion ingredients.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Food Herb Seed Kernels |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Zao Jiao Mi / Snow Lotus Seed |
| Botanical Name | Gleditsia sinensis |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Origin | Anhui, China |
| Processing | Dried, Single-Clip Grade, Sulfur-Free |
Usage Scenarios
- Sweet soup and dessert broth (糖水)
- Congee and grain porridge
- Herbal tea blends and daily tonics
- Seasonal yin-nourishing soup packs
- Combined with peach gum, snow fungus, or jujube
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Zao Jiao Mi is soaked overnight and then simmered into sweet soups, congee, and gentle daily tonics to support moisture and nourishment through dry seasons. It is a beloved ingredient in Cantonese-style sweet broths, where it is paired with peach gum, snow fungus, lotus seed, and red jujube. As a light daily tea, it is brewed with rock sugar and goji berry for a soothing, mildly sweet infusion enjoyed as part of seasonal nourishment.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Zao Jiao Mi?
A: Zao Jiao Mi is the common Chinese name for the dried seed kernels of Gleditsia sinensis, the Chinese honeylocust tree. It is also called Snow Lotus Seed (雪莲子) and is used as a traditional food herb in sweet soups and tonics.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Zao Jiao Mi?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Zao Jiao Mi is associated with nourishing yin, moistening dryness, and supporting fluid balance. It is often used in sweet soups and congee for daily seasonal nourishment.
Q: How do I prepare dried Zao Jiao Mi?
A: Rinse the kernels and soak them in water until softened, then simmer them with sweet soup or congee ingredients. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Double sandwiched saponin rice, Single clip of saponin rice |
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