Honey-Fried Licorice Root Slices Large Cut 200g Independent Packets for Herbal Tea

Honey-fried licorice root slices, known in TCM as Zhi Gan Cao (炙甘草), from Glycyrrhiza uralensis. This 200g pack contains large, individually wrapped slices of honey-processed licorice root, a classic Chinese herbal decoction piece. In TCM theory, Zhi Gan Cao is sweet in flavor and neutral in nature, traditionally associated with the Spleen, Stomach, Heart, and Lung channels. It is commonly used in herbal teas and decoctions, often paired with ginger, Codonopsis, or Poria. Store in a cool, dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Honey-fried licorice root slices, a traditional Chinese decoction piece
• Large-cut slices in convenient independent packets
• Known in TCM as Zhi Gan Cao (炙甘草)
• Traditionally paired with ginger, Codonopsis, and Poria
• 200g net weight, non-imported Chinese mainland origin

Quality & Sensory

The slices are typically yellowish-brown to amber with a slightly sticky honey-coated surface. Texture is firm and fibrous. Aroma is sweet and mildly herbal. When brewed or decocted, the liquid is typically light golden with a sweet, mellow taste and subtle honey notes.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Herbal tea with ginger slices
• Decoction with Codonopsis and Poria
• Soup or congee ingredient
• Daily herbal infusion

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Zhi Gan Cao is traditionally used to harmonize formulas and support the Middle Burner. It is commonly decocted with ginger, Codonopsis, and Poria for daily herbal teas. Folk practice often includes it in soups and congee for its sweet, mellow flavor. It is also a common pairing in classical formulas for its traditional role as a guiding herb.

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