Dried Longan Fruit Meat Gui Yuan Pitted Sugar Free 500g Bulk Bag

Dried Longan Fruit Meat, known in TCM as Gui Yuan (桂圆), from Dimocarpus longan, is the pitted, sugar-free dried aril of the longan fruit. Traditionally associated with nourishing the heart and blood in TCM theory, it has a naturally sweet flavor and is commonly used in teas, soups, and congee. Store refrigerated and enjoy as part of a balanced diet.

Key Selling Points

• Pitted dried longan aril with no added sugar
• Botanical source Dimocarpus longan, known as Gui Yuan in TCM
• Traditionally used in TCM to nourish heart and blood
• Ready-to-use dried fruit form for teas, soups, and congee
• Sourced from Guangxi and packed in a 500g bulk bag

Quality & Sensory

Typically golden to amber-brown in color with a soft, chewy texture and a rich, honey-like sweetness. When simmered, it yields a naturally sweet, mellow infusion with a warm fruity aroma.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep in hot water as a naturally sweet herbal tea
• Simmer in soups and tonics with other herbs
• Add to congee or porridge for gentle sweetness
• Use in desserts and seasonal food preparations

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, longan aril is traditionally associated with nourishing the heart and spleen and supporting blood. It is a common ingredient in classic tonics such as Gui Pi Tang and is often paired with red dates, goji berries, and lotus seeds in soups and teas. Traditionally enjoyed in autumn and winter as a warming, sweet addition to daily cooking.

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