Fried Malt Germinated Barley Sprout Mai Ya 500g Dried Herb for Tea and Decoction
$6.55 – $7.80Price range: $6.55 through $7.80
Description
Fried Malt, known in TCM as Mai Ya (麦芽), is the dried germinated barley grain of Hordeum vulgare, stir-fried until golden. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with the spleen and stomach channels and has a sweet, mild nature. This 500g pack of roasted malt sprouts is a versatile pantry herb for daily teas, decoctions, and culinary preparations. Store in a cool dry place away from moisture.


Key Selling Points
- Traditional TCM herb made from germinated barley grain, stir-fried to a golden finish
- Botanical source is Hordeum vulgare, known in TCM as Mai Ya (麦芽)
- Roasted form offers a warm toasty aroma suited to daily herbal teas
- Generous 500g supply for repeated brewing, decocting, or culinary use
- Traditionally used in TCM to support healthy digestion and food stagnation relief


Quality & Sensory
The fried malt grains typically appear golden to light brown with a plump, dry texture and a mild roasted grain aroma. When steeped or simmered, the tea typically tastes gently sweet and malty with a smooth, toasty finish.


Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried fried malt herb |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 麦芽 |
| Pinyin | Mai Ya |
| Botanical Name | Hordeum vulgare |
| Plant Part | Germinated barley grain, stir-fried |
| Net Weight | 500g |


Usage Scenarios
- Steep as a daily herbal tea with hot water
- Simmer in decoctions with other digestives such as hawthorn
- Add to congee or soups for a mild malty flavor
- Use as a culinary ingredient in home food preparation


Traditional Uses
In TCM practice, Mai Ya is traditionally used to aid digestion of starchy foods and to relieve mild food stagnation. It is commonly simmered alone or paired with Shan Zha (hawthorn) and Ji Nei Jin (chicken gizzard lining) in classic digestive decoctions. Roasted malt is also a familiar base for gentle family teas, especially after rich meals or during seasonal changes.


FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: It is 500g of fried malt, the stir-fried germinated grain of barley (Hordeum vulgare), known in TCM as Mai Ya (麦芽).
Q: What is it traditionally used for?
A: In TCM theory, Mai Ya is traditionally associated with supporting digestion and easing food stagnation, particularly after starchy or heavy meals.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: It is typically steeped in hot water as a tea or simmered in decoctions, and can also be cooked into congee or soups.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Specifications | 500g roasted barley malt, 500g raw malt |
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