Fresh Peeled Gorgon Fruit Qian Shi 500g Large Granules Vacuum Packed Seasonal Euryale Seeds

Fresh Peeled Gorgon Fruit, known in TCM as Qian Shi (芡实) or Ji Tou Mi (鸡头米), from Euryale ferox seeds. These large granules are peeled, dried, and vacuum packed in 500g portions. In TCM theory, Qian Shi is neutral in nature with sweet and astringent flavor, traditionally associated with the spleen and kidney channels. Traditionally used in soups, congee, and sweet desserts. Store frozen and cook thoroughly before consumption.

Key Selling Points

• 2026 seasonal harvest of large-granule fresh peeled gorgon fruit seeds
• Botanical source Euryale ferox, known in TCM as Qian Shi (芡实)
• Vacuum sealed in individual 500g packs to preserve freshness
• Dried and ready for soups, congee, and traditional sweet dishes
• Sourced from Tianchang, Anhui, a recognized gorgon fruit growing region

Quality & Sensory

Typically round and plump with a pale ivory to light yellow color and firm texture. Dried seeds have a mild starchy aroma, and when simmered they turn tender with a soft, slightly chewy bite and gentle nutty sweetness.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into traditional gorgon seed sweet soup or dessert
• Add to congee with lotus seed and Chinese yam
• Cook in herbal soups and slow-simmered broths
• Use in seasonal health food dishes during autumn and winter

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Qian Shi is traditionally valued for supporting spleen and kidney function and is a common ingredient in food therapy. It is often simmered with lotus seeds, Chinese yam, or red dates in congee and soups. In Jiangsu and Anhui cuisine, fresh gorgon seeds are enjoyed in sweet soups with rock sugar and osmanthus, especially during the autumn season.

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