Dried Chinese Yam Slices 200g Bottle Iron Stick Yam for Soup and Congee

Dried Chinese Yam Slices, known in TCM as Shan Yao (山药), from Dioscorea opposita, are dehydrated root slices of the iron stick yam variety. In TCM theory, Shan Yao is sweet and neutral, entering the Spleen, Lung, and Kidney channels, and is traditionally associated with gentle support for digestion and vitality. These shelf-stable slices are commonly added to soups, congee, and decoctions as a mild, food-like herbal ingredient.

Key Selling Points

• Dried root slices of Chinese yam, Shan Yao (山药), Dioscorea opposita
• Iron stick yam variety prized for firm texture and mild sweet taste
• Dehydrated slices store well and rehydrate during cooking
• Traditional TCM ingredient entering Spleen, Lung, and Kidney channels
• Versatile for soups, congee, and daily decoctions

Quality & Sensory

The slices are typically off-white to pale cream with a firm, slightly chalky dry texture. They have a faint earthy aroma and a mild, subtly sweet taste that softens and becomes tender when simmered in soups or congee.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Added to soups and broths
• Cooked into congee or rice porridge
• Simmered in herbal decoctions
• Used in everyday home cooking

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Shan Yao is traditionally used in decoctions, soups, and congee to support the Spleen and Stomach. It is often paired with ingredients such as Goji Berry, Lotus Seed, or Poria in gentle daily formulas. Folk practice commonly simmers the slices until tender, and they are considered a food-like herb suitable for regular seasonal cooking.

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