Longan with Lotus Seed Snack Gui Yuan Bao Lian Zi 60g Ready to Eat Dried Fruit Treat

Longan with Lotus Seed Snack, known in Chinese as Gui Yuan Bao Lian Zi (桂圆抱莲子), is a ready-to-eat Chinese-style snack made from dried longan flesh (Long Yan Rou, Dimocarpus longan) wrapped around lotus seeds (Lian Zi, Nelumbo nucifera). In TCM tradition, longan is considered sweet and warm and traditionally associated with nourishing the heart and blood, while lotus seeds are traditionally linked to calming the spirit. Enjoyed as a convenient everyday treat.

Key Selling Points

• Ready-to-eat Chinese snack combining dried longan flesh with lotus seeds
• Features Long Yan Rou (龙眼肉) from Dimocarpus longan and Lian Zi (莲子) from Nelumbo nucifera
• Traditionally associated in TCM with nourishing the heart and calming the spirit
• Convenient 60g sealed bag, ideal for snacking at home or on the go
• Simple two-ingredient recipe with no added herbs or flavorings

Quality & Sensory

Typically golden-brown dried longan flesh with a soft, chewy, slightly sticky texture and a mellow caramel-like sweetness. The lotus seed center adds a mild, starchy, subtly nutty contrast with a tender bite.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Enjoy straight from the bag as a ready-to-eat snack
• Serve as a traditional Chinese treat during afternoon tea
• Add to warm congee or sweet soup for extra natural sweetness
• Offer to guests as a festive or seasonal snack

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, dried longan flesh (Long Yan Rou) is traditionally used in sweet soups and tonics, often paired with lotus seeds, red dates, or goji berries. Lotus seeds are a common ingredient in congee and desserts, and the two are traditionally combined in dishes intended to support relaxation and restful evenings. This snack reflects that classic pairing in a convenient ready-to-eat form.

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