Coix Seed Powder Yi Yi Ren 500g Roasted Whole Grain Powder for Drinks and Cooking

Roasted Coix Seed Powder, known in TCM as Yi Yi Ren (薏苡仁), milled from the seeds of Coix lacryma-jobi var. ma-yuen. This fine whole-grain powder is produced by low-temperature roasting and grinding, with no added sucrose. In TCM theory, coix seed is traditionally associated with supporting dampness resolution and spleen health. Commonly stirred into warm water, milk, or congee as a convenient daily herbal grain powder.

Key Selling Points

• Pure roasted coix seed powder made from a single ingredient, small coix seeds
• Botanical source Coix lacryma-jobi var. ma-yuen, known in TCM as Yi Yi Ren
• Low-temperature roasting and fine milling preserve a natural toasted grain aroma
• No added sucrose, suitable for commercial food and beverage preparation
• Bulk 500g retail format drawn from 25kg wholesale bags for food service use

Quality & Sensory

The powder is typically an off-white to pale cream color with a fine, smooth texture. Roasting gives it a mild toasted grain aroma, and when stirred into warm water or milk it typically tastes lightly nutty and gently sweet with a smooth, slightly thick mouthfeel.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Stir into warm water or milk as a daily grain drink
• Blend into congee or porridge for added texture and nutrition
• Mix into baking batters, smoothies, or dessert recipes
• Use in commercial beverage and dessert preparation

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, coix seed is traditionally used in decoctions, congees, and grain blends, often paired with ingredients such as euryale seed and adzuki bean in dampness-supporting formulas. Roasted coix seed powder is a modern convenience form, traditionally favored for daily grain drinks and seasonal summer recipes where a lighter, toasted flavor is preferred.

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