Ready to Eat Sea Cucumber 500g Individually Packed Frozen Liaoning Style Sea Cucumber

Ready-to-eat sea cucumber, known in TCM as Hai Shen (海参), from Apostichopus japonicus, is a frozen prepared seafood product. Traditionally regarded as a nourishing tonic food in Chinese wellness practice, it is valued for its mild sweet nature and kidney and essence-supporting properties. Each 500g pack contains 14-20 individually wrapped sea cucumbers, thaw-and-serve for convenient daily nourishment.

Key Selling Points

• Ready-to-eat frozen sea cucumber requiring only thawing before serving
• 500g pack with 14-20 individually wrapped sea cucumbers for portion control
• Sourced from Shandong and prepared in the Liaoning style
• 6-7 year cultivation period for mature size and texture
• Traditionally used in TCM as a nourishing tonic food

Quality & Sensory

Typically dark brown to black in color with a firm, springy texture and a clean oceanic aroma. When served, the sea cucumber is tender yet slightly chewy with a mild, neutral seafood taste that readily absorbs accompanying sauces and broths.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Thawed and sliced for cold appetizer plates
• Added to braised soups and broths
• Served with rice or congee as a nourishing meal
• Included in festive banquet dishes
• Paired with scallion oil or light soy dressing

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, sea cucumber is traditionally associated with nourishing kidney essence and supporting vitality. It is commonly prepared in braised soups, congee, or double-boiled decoctions, often paired with ingredients such as goji berries, Chinese yam, or chicken. Folk practice frequently uses it as a seasonal tonic food during colder months or periods of recovery.

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