Dried Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 500g Bulk Xinjiang Sliced Chinese Herb for Tea and Decoction
$7.03 – $8.49Price range: $7.03 through $8.49
Description
Dried Licorice Root Slices, known in TCM as Gan Cao (甘草), from Glycyrrhiza uralensis. These unsmoked cut slices come from Xinjiang and are sold as a food-grade raw herb for daily herbal use. In TCM theory Gan Cao is sweet in flavor and neutral in nature, traditionally associated with harmonizing herbal blends. Suitable for tea, decoction, and culinary preparations.




Key Selling Points
- Sliced dried licorice root from Xinjiang with no sulfur smoking
- Identified as Gan Cao 甘草 from Glycyrrhiza uralensis root
- Sold in a 500g bulk pack suited to regular herbal preparation
- Traditionally used in TCM to harmonize formulas and soften blends
- Versatile for herbal tea, decoctions, soups, and culinary use




Quality & Sensory
The slices typically show a pale yellow to light brown cut surface with a firm, fibrous texture and a faintly sweet, earthy aroma. When simmered, the liquor typically tastes mildly sweet with a smooth, slightly woody finish.




Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Raw herb slices |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 甘草 |
| Pinyin | Gan Cao |
| Botanical Name | Glycyrrhiza uralensis |
| Plant Part | Root |
| Net Weight | 500g |




Usage Scenarios
- Simmer into herbal decoctions with other roots and barks
- Steep as a mild sweet herbal tea
- Add to soup and congee recipes for traditional flavoring
- Use in culinary spice blends and seasonal herbal dishes




Traditional Uses
In TCM practice Gan Cao is traditionally used to harmonize the actions of other herbs in a formula and is a common component of decoction blends. It is often paired with herbs such as chrysanthemum, jujube, or ginger in daily teas and soups. Traditionally associated with supporting balance during seasonal changes, it is prepared by simmering the slices in water or adding them to slow-cooked dishes.




FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: It is 500g of dried licorice root slices, known in TCM as Gan Cao, sourced from Xinjiang and sold as a raw food-grade herb.
Q: What is its traditional value?
A: In TCM theory Gan Cao is sweet and neutral and is traditionally used to harmonize other herbs in a blend.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: The slices are typically simmered in water for decoctions or steeped for tea, and can also be added to soups and congee.



Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Gansu licorice select 500g piece, Gansu licorice tong 500g piece, Xinjiang licorice selection 500g pieces, Xinjiang licorice 190g can |
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