Red Skin Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 500g Dried Chinese Herbal Tea Thin Long Cut Pieces for Infusions and Decoctions
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Description
Red Skin Licorice Root Slices, known in TCM as Gan Cao (甘草), from Glycyrrhiza uralensis. These dried thin long oblique slices are cut from mature roots harvested in mountain regions and show a characteristic reddish-brown outer skin. In TCM theory, licorice is sweet in flavor and neutral in nature, traditionally associated with harmonizing herbal formulas. A versatile pantry herb for teas, decoctions, and culinary use.


Key Selling Points
- Dried red skin licorice root slices known in TCM as Gan Cao 甘草
- Botanical source Glycyrrhiza uralensis with thin long oblique cuts
- Harvested from deep mountain regions and sulfur-free processed
- Sweet neutral herb traditionally used to harmonize formulas
- Suitable for daily herbal tea water soups and decoctions


Quality & Sensory
Slices typically show a reddish-brown skin with a pale yellow fibrous interior and a firm dry texture. The aroma is mildly sweet and earthy, and brewed slices typically yield a light golden infusion with a naturally sweet mellow taste.


Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried herbal tea slices |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 甘草 |
| Pinyin | Gan Cao |
| Botanical Name | Glycyrrhiza uralensis |
| Plant Part | Root |
| Net Weight | 500 g |


Usage Scenarios
- Steep slices in hot water for a mild daily herbal tea
- Simmer in decoctions with other Chinese herbs
- Add to soups and stews for gentle sweetness
- Use in herbal congee or seasonal wellness recipes


Traditional Uses
In TCM practice, Gan Cao is one of the most frequently used herbs and is traditionally added to decoctions to harmonize the other ingredients and moderate their flavors. It is also simmered alone or with herbs such as chrysanthemum or jujube for a simple sweet tea, and used in folk recipes for seasonal wellness drinks and family soups.

FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: It is 500 g of dried red skin licorice root slices, known in TCM as Gan Cao, cut into thin long oblique pieces from Glycyrrhiza uralensis roots.
Q: What is its traditional value?
A: In TCM theory, licorice is sweet and neutral and is traditionally used to harmonize herbal formulas and lend natural sweetness to preparations.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: Slices are typically steeped in hot water for tea or simmered in decoctions, soups, and congee with other herbs.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.6 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 25 × 18 × 8 cm |
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