Guang Zao Dried Suan Zao Fruit 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Ingredient for Cooking and Decoction

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Description

Guang Zao (广枣), the dried fruit of Choerospondias axillaris, is a traditional Chinese herbal ingredient also known as Suan Zao. These naturally sun-dried whole fruits are valued in TCM for their traditional role in herbal formulas. Sold as a raw edible botanical for culinary and decoction use, they should be stored sealed in a cool dry place and kept away from children.

Guang Zao Dried Suan Zao Fruit 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Ingredient for Cooking and Decoction overview
Guang Zao Dried Suan Zao Fruit 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Ingredient for Cooking and Decoction overview

Key Selling Points

  • Dried Guang Zao fruit known in TCM as Suan Zao (酸枣)
  • Botanical source Choerospondias axillaris whole fruit in natural form
  • Naturally sun-dried with thick flesh and good color
  • Traditional Chinese herbal ingredient for cooking and decoction
  • 500g pack suitable for daily herbal and culinary preparation
Guang Zao Dried Suan Zao Fruit 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Ingredient for Cooking and Decoction key features
Guang Zao Dried Suan Zao Fruit 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Ingredient for Cooking and Decoction key features

Quality & Sensory

Typically deep reddish-brown to yellowish-brown whole fruits with wrinkled skin and firm, fleshy pulp. The aroma is mildly fruity and herbal, and when simmered the fruit typically yields a soft texture with a gently sour, slightly sweet taste.

Guang Zao Dried Suan Zao Fruit 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Ingredient for Cooking and Decoction quality and texture
Guang Zao Dried Suan Zao Fruit 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Ingredient for Cooking and Decoction quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type Raw dried herbal fruit
Chinese Name 广枣 酸枣
Pinyin Guang Zao / Suan Zao
Botanical Name Choerospondias axillaris
Plant Part Whole fruit
Net Weight 500g
Guang Zao Dried Suan Zao Fruit 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Ingredient for Cooking and Decoction specifications
Guang Zao Dried Suan Zao Fruit 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Ingredient for Cooking and Decoction specifications

Usage Scenarios

  • Simmered in herbal decoctions
  • Added to soups and slow-cooked broths
  • Cooked into congee or fruit-based drinks
  • Used in seasonal culinary recipes
Guang Zao Dried Suan Zao Fruit 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Ingredient for Cooking and Decoction in use
Guang Zao Dried Suan Zao Fruit 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Ingredient for Cooking and Decoction in use

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Guang Zao is traditionally associated with supporting the heart and calming the spirit, and it has long been included in folk herbal preparations. Traditionally it is simmered alone or combined with other botanicals in decoctions, added to nourishing soups, or cooked into congee. It is also used in seasonal food traditions where sour fruits are valued.

Guang Zao Dried Suan Zao Fruit 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Ingredient for Cooking and Decoction preparation
Guang Zao Dried Suan Zao Fruit 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Ingredient for Cooking and Decoction preparation

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is this product?

A: It is dried Guang Zao (广枣), the whole fruit of Choerospondias axillaris, also called Suan Zao, supplied as a raw edible botanical.

Q: What is its traditional value?

A: In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with the heart channel and is valued in folk herbal practice for calming and nourishing preparations.

Q: How is it commonly used?

A: It is typically simmered in decoctions, added to soups or congee, or cooked in culinary recipes. This product is not a substitute for medicine.

Guang Zao Dried Suan Zao Fruit 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Ingredient for Cooking and Decoction details
Guang Zao Dried Suan Zao Fruit 500g Traditional Chinese Herbal Ingredient for Cooking and Decoction details

Additional information

Weight 0.55 kg
Dimensions 20 × 15 × 8 cm

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