Golden-Edged Diving Beetle (龙虱) — Dried Edible Insect, Traditional Food-Use Ingredient

Golden-Edged Diving Beetle (龙虱, Lóng Shī), also known as the edible diving beetle, is a dried aquatic insect traditionally used in Chinese food culture as a nourishing ingredient. In traditional Chinese food wellness practice, Long Shi has been prized as a warming, kidney-supporting food ingredient, used in soups, stews, and tonic preparations. Its nature is described as sweet, warm, and gently tonifying, making it a traditional food ingredient for supporting vitality and daily nourishment.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional food-use edible insect
• Golden-edged diving beetle variety
• Sun-dried processing method
• 500g bulk pack available
• Can be ground into powder upon request

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully sun-dried to preserve its natural dark brown to black color with characteristic golden-edged markings. The dried beetles have a firm, crisp texture and a mild, earthy aroma. When simmered in soups or decoctions, they release a subtle savory flavor that blends well with other ingredients.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Traditional soup and stew ingredient
• Herbal decoction preparation
• Ground into powder for blending
• Medicinal food tonic preparation
• Traditional food wellness recipes

Traditional Uses

In folk food practice, Long Shi is simmered into soups and tonic decoctions, often paired with ingredients like goji berry, jujube, and ginger. It is traditionally used in medicinal food preparations during cooler seasons to support vitality and daily nourishment. Some practitioners grind the dried beetles into powder for easier incorporation into teas or congee.

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