Dried Lotus Seeds Lian Zi 500g Whole Round Seeds for Soup Congee and Herbal Tea

Dried Lotus Seeds, known in TCM as Lian Zi (莲子), from Nelumbo nucifera. These whole round seeds are a traditional Chinese food and herbal ingredient, sun-dried to preserve their natural quality. In TCM theory, lotus seeds are considered neutral in nature with a sweet and slightly astringent flavor, traditionally associated with the spleen, kidney, and heart channels. They are commonly simmered in soups, congee, and desserts. This product is sold as an edible agricultural product and is not intended to replace medication.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried lotus seeds sold as an edible agricultural product
• Botanical source Nelumbo nucifera with Chinese name Lian Zi 莲子
• Sun-dried processing with round whole seed form
• Traditionally valued in TCM for daily soups and congee
• Sourced from Shandong with 18-month shelf life

Quality & Sensory

These lotus seeds typically appear creamy white to pale ivory with a firm, dense texture and a mild, fresh botanical aroma. When simmered, they typically turn soft and starchy with a gentle, subtly sweet taste that pairs well with both savory and sweet dishes.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into sweet lotus seed soups with rock sugar
• Add to rice congee and grain porridges
• Include in herbal soup packs with red dates and longan
• Use in traditional desserts and mooncake fillings

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, lotus seeds are a familiar kitchen herb used in nourishing soups, congee, and sweet desserts, often paired with red dates, longan, lily bulb, or white fungus. They are traditionally associated with supporting calm and digestive comfort in TCM theory and are commonly enjoyed in autumn and winter tonics as well as everyday family cooking.

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