Sea Abalone Shell Granules Shi Jue Ming 500g Dried Mineral Herb for Decoction and Culinary Use

Sea Abalone Shell Granules, known in TCM as Shi Jue Ming (石决明), are prepared from the shell of Haliotis species, a mineral material used in traditional Chinese medicine. In TCM theory it is salty and cold in nature and traditionally associated with the liver channel. Traditionally used in decoctions and herbal formulas, it is commonly supplied as cleaned granules for cooking and herbal preparation. This product is a food-grade raw material and is not intended to replace medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Dried Shi Jue Ming (石决明) granules prepared from abalone shell, a classic TCM mineral material
• Botanical source: Haliotis species shell, processed into convenient granule form
• Traditionally associated with the liver channel in TCM theory, salty and cold in nature
• Granule form is easy to measure, wrap, and add to decoctions or culinary preparations
• Sold as a 500g pack of edible-grade raw herbal material for cooking and herbal use

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale grayish-white to off-white granules with a hard, stony texture and no strong aroma. When decocted, the pieces remain firm and impart no distinct taste, as is typical for shell-derived mineral materials.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Add to long-simmered herbal decoctions following traditional preparation methods
• Use in soup and congee cooking where shell materials are traditionally called for
• Incorporate into custom herbal formulas prepared at home
• Suitable for culinary use as a food-grade raw ingredient

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Shi Jue Ming has traditionally been used in decoctions, often requiring extended simmering, and is commonly paired with herbs such as Ju Hua (chrysanthemum) or Gou Teng in classical formulas. It has traditionally been associated with supporting calm and clear vision in TCM theory. Shell materials like this are typically wrapped in cloth before decocting.

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