Red Lotus Seeds Hong Lian Mi 500g Core Removed Hunan Origin for Cooking and Herbal Soups

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Description

Red Lotus Seeds, known in TCM as Hong Lian Mi (红莲米), are the mature seeds of Nelumbo nucifera, supplied as dried, core-removed kernels from Hunan. In TCM theory, lotus seeds are traditionally associated with the spleen, heart, and kidney channels and are valued in daily nourishing cooking. These seeds are a versatile pantry staple for soups, congee, and herbal desserts, offering a mild, starchy sweetness suitable for regular culinary use.

Red Lotus Seeds Hong Lian Mi 500g Core Removed Hunan Origin for Cooking and Herbal Soups overview
Red Lotus Seeds Hong Lian Mi 500g Core Removed Hunan Origin for Cooking and Herbal Soups overview
Red Lotus Seeds Hong Lian Mi 500g Core Removed Hunan Origin for Cooking and Herbal Soups overview

Key Selling Points

  • Dried red lotus seed kernels with the bitter core removed for convenient cooking
  • Botanical source Nelumbo nucifera, a classic TCM food-herb ingredient
  • Sourced from Hunan, a recognized lotus seed producing region
  • Traditionally associated with nourishing the spleen and calming the heart in TCM
  • Ideal for soups, congee, sweet desserts, and herbal decoctions
Red Lotus Seeds Hong Lian Mi 500g Core Removed Hunan Origin for Cooking and Herbal Soups key features
Red Lotus Seeds Hong Lian Mi 500g Core Removed Hunan Origin for Cooking and Herbal Soups key features
Red Lotus Seeds Hong Lian Mi 500g Core Removed Hunan Origin for Cooking and Herbal Soups key features

Quality & Sensory

These red lotus seeds typically show a reddish-brown seed coat with firm, ivory-white kernels inside. They have a mild, grain-like aroma and, when simmered, turn soft and starchy with a gentle, subtly sweet taste.

Red Lotus Seeds Hong Lian Mi 500g Core Removed Hunan Origin for Cooking and Herbal Soups quality and texture
Red Lotus Seeds Hong Lian Mi 500g Core Removed Hunan Origin for Cooking and Herbal Soups quality and texture
Red Lotus Seeds Hong Lian Mi 500g Core Removed Hunan Origin for Cooking and Herbal Soups quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type Dried edible botanical seeds
Chinese Name 红莲米
Pinyin Hong Lian Mi
Botanical Name Nelumbo nucifera
Plant Part Mature seed kernels, core removed
Net Weight 500g resealable bag
Red Lotus Seeds Hong Lian Mi 500g Core Removed Hunan Origin for Cooking and Herbal Soups specifications
Red Lotus Seeds Hong Lian Mi 500g Core Removed Hunan Origin for Cooking and Herbal Soups specifications
Red Lotus Seeds Hong Lian Mi 500g Core Removed Hunan Origin for Cooking and Herbal Soups specifications

Usage Scenarios

  • Simmer into nourishing soups with pork ribs, chicken, or lean meat
  • Cook into congee or rice porridge with rice, millet, or other grains
  • Add to sweet soups and desserts with rock sugar, red dates, or longan
  • Include in herbal decoction blends for seasonal wellness cooking
Red Lotus Seeds Hong Lian Mi 500g Core Removed Hunan Origin for Cooking and Herbal Soups in use
Red Lotus Seeds Hong Lian Mi 500g Core Removed Hunan Origin for Cooking and Herbal Soups in use
Red Lotus Seeds Hong Lian Mi 500g Core Removed Hunan Origin for Cooking and Herbal Soups in use

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, lotus seeds are a common food-herb used in family kitchens and herbal shops alike. They are traditionally simmered in congee and sweet soups, often paired with red dates, goji berries, longan, or Chinese yam. In TCM theory they are traditionally associated with supporting the spleen and heart, and they appear frequently in autumn and winter nourishing dishes.

Red Lotus Seeds Hong Lian Mi 500g Core Removed Hunan Origin for Cooking and Herbal Soups preparation

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is this product?

A: It is 500g of dried red lotus seed kernels (Hong Lian Mi, 红莲米) from Nelumbo nucifera, grown in Hunan and sold as an edible agricultural product.

Q: What are the traditional characteristics of lotus seeds?

A: In TCM theory, lotus seeds are traditionally associated with the spleen, heart, and kidney channels and are valued as a mild, nourishing food-herb. The bitter core has been removed, giving the kernels a milder taste.

Q: How are red lotus seeds commonly prepared?

A: They are typically rinsed and simmered in soups, congee, or sweet desserts until soft. Soaking before cooking can shorten the cooking time.

Additional information

Weight 0.55 kg
Dimensions 20 × 15 × 6 cm

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