Puffed Coix Seed Snack Yi Yi Ren 100g Bag Roasted Job’s Tears for Tea and Snacking

Puffed Coix Seed, known in TCM as Yi Yi Ren (薏苡仁), from Coix lacryma-jobi var. ma-yuen seed kernels. These light puffed grains are roasted and expanded for easy snacking or steeping in hot water. In TCM theory coix seed is sweet and bland in flavor and slightly cold in nature, traditionally associated with the spleen, stomach, and lung channels. Enjoy as a wholesome five-grain snack or a simple herbal infusion.

Key Selling Points

• Puffed and roasted coix seed kernels ready to eat straight from the bag
• Botanical source Coix lacryma-jobi var. ma-yuen, a classic TCM grain
• Sugar-free snack with a light crunchy texture and nutty aroma
• Can be steeped in hot water as a traditional grain infusion
• Convenient 100g resealable-style bag for pantry storage

Quality & Sensory

The puffed kernels are typically pale golden to light tan with an airy, crisp texture. They carry a mild roasted, nutty aroma, and when steeped in hot water they typically yield a light, subtly grainy infusion with a gentle toasted taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep a spoonful in hot water for a light grain infusion
• Eat directly as a crunchy five-grain snack
• Sprinkle over congee or yogurt for added texture
• Pack for travel or office snacking

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, coix seed is traditionally used in decoctions, congee, and grain teas, often paired with adzuki bean or poria. Roasted or puffed forms are a folk-favorite way to enjoy the grain daily, and roasted coix water is a common seasonal drink in Chinese households, especially in warm months.

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