Dried Tangerine Peel Strips Chen Pi 500g Dried Citrus Peel for Herbal Tea and Cooking

Dried Tangerine Peel Strips, known in TCM as Chen Pi (陈皮), from the sun-dried or dried peel of Citrus reticulata. These thin shredded strips are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally valued for regulating qi and harmonizing the middle. In TCM theory, Chen Pi is warm in nature with acrid and bitter flavor, entering the spleen and lung channels. Commonly used in teas, soups, and culinary dishes.

Key Selling Points

• Shredded dried tangerine peel strips from Citrus reticulata
• Known in TCM as Chen Pi (陈皮), a foundational qi-regulating herb
• Dahongpi red peel grade with traditional aged-peel character
• Dried and cut into convenient strips for tea, soup, and cooking
• Traditionally used to support digestion and resolve dampness

Quality & Sensory

Typically deep orange to reddish-brown strips with a slightly rough, oily surface. The aroma is characteristically fragrant and citrusy with warm, slightly bitter undertones. When brewed or simmered, it typically yields a golden-amber infusion with a mellow, aromatic citrus taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep in hot water as a warming citrus herbal tea
• Add to soups and stews for traditional flavor
• Simmer in congee or porridge for aromatic depth
• Use in braised dishes and culinary recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Chen Pi is traditionally used to regulate qi, dry dampness, and transform phlegm, and is often paired with herbs such as Fu Ling (Poria) in classic decoctions. It is a common ingredient in daily wellness teas, often combined with jasmine tea or other botanicals. Traditionally added to soups, congee, and braised dishes, especially during seasonal transitions.

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