Fresh Hand Peeled Gorgon Fruit Qian Shi Euryale Ferox Seeds 500g Frozen Culinary Herb

Hand Peeled Gorgon Fruit Seeds, known in TCM as Qian Shi (芡实), from Euryale ferox. These fresh shelled seeds are a traditional Chinese culinary and herbal ingredient, valued in TCM for their neutral nature and sweet-astringent flavor, traditionally associated with the spleen and kidney channels. Commonly simmered in soups, congee, and sweet desserts. Store frozen and cook thoroughly before consumption.

Key Selling Points

• Fresh hand peeled gorgon fruit seeds known in TCM as Qian Shi (芡实)
• Botanical source Euryale ferox with large plump whole kernels
• Shelled by hand to help preserve the natural shape and texture
• Traditionally used in TCM cooking for soups congee and sweet soups
• Supplied frozen in a 500g pack with 365 day shelf life

Quality & Sensory

Typically round and ivory white with a smooth firm texture and a mild fresh starchy aroma. When simmered, the seeds typically turn tender and chewy with a gentle nutty sweetness.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into congee or rice porridge for a chewy texture
• Add to herbal soups and slow cooked broths
• Cook in sweet soups and desserts with lotus seed or lily bulb
• Use in seasonal autumn and winter nourishing dishes

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory Qian Shi is traditionally associated with the spleen and kidney channels and is a classic ingredient in food therapy cooking. It is traditionally simmered with lotus seeds, Chinese yam, red dates, or lean pork in nourishing soups and congee, and is a familiar ingredient in Jiangsu style chicken head rice desserts during autumn and winter.

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