Suan Zao Ren (Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa) — Dry-Fried Wild Jujube Seed, 500g
Price range: $11.14 through $107.26
Description
Suan Zao Ren (Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa) is the dried, dry-fried seed of the wild jujube, a highly revered traditional herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Suān Zǎo Rén (酸枣仁). For centuries, Suan Zao Ren has been prized as a spirit-calming, heart-nourishing, and sleep-supporting herb, traditionally used to settle the shen, ease restlessness, and quiet an overactive mind. Its nature is sweet, sour, and neutral, making it a gentle yet profoundly effective herb for nourishing the Heart, anchoring the spirit, and harmonizing the nervous system.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional spirit-calming food herb
- Dry-fried (chao) wild jujube seed
- Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa
- New-crop, 500g bulk pack
- Suitable for tea, decoction, and congee
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully dry-fried to a warm reddish-brown tone, preserving the seed's smooth, glossy surface and firm texture. The seeds carry a mild, nutty, slightly sweet aroma. When decocted or brewed, they yield a gentle, subtly sweet and faintly sour infusion with a soft, rounded body that blends well with other herbs.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dry-Fried Herb Seed |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Suan Zao Ren |
| Botanical Name | Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa |
| Form | Dry-Fried Whole Seeds |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Processing | Dry-Fried (Chao) |
Usage Scenarios
- Herbal tea and evening infusion blends
- Traditional decoction with other herbs
- Congee and grain porridge
- Soup and tonic formulas
- Daily food-herb wellness routine
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Suan Zao Ren is decocted into evening teas, congee, and calming tonics to support restful sleep and a settled mind. It is a classic ingredient in traditional formulas paired with ingredients like lily bulb, longan, poria, and licorice. As a daily tea, it is brewed alone or blended with chrysanthemum and goji berry for a gentle, mildly sweet infusion enjoyed in the evening hours.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Suan Zao Ren?
A: Suan Zao Ren is the common Chinese name for the dried, dry-fried seed of Ziziphus jujuba var. spinosa, also called wild jujube seed. It is a traditional food herb used in teas and decoctions.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Suan Zao Ren?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Suan Zao Ren is associated with nourishing the Heart, calming the spirit, and supporting restful sleep. It is often used in evening teas and congee for daily nourishment.
Q: How do I use dry-fried Suan Zao Ren?
A: Rinse the seeds and simmer them in water for a decoction, or brew them in hot water as part of a tea blend. They can also be added to congee. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Selected domestic jujube kernels 500g, Select domestic fried jujube kernels 500g, Selected physiological jujube kernels 500g, Selected fried jujube kernels 500g |
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