Dried Aged Tangerine Peel Slices Chen Pi Silk for Tea and Soup 150g

Dried Aged Tangerine Peel Slices, known in TCM as Chen Pi (陈皮), from Citrus reticulata, in shredded peel form. This traditional decoction piece is made from sun-dried tangerine peel sourced from Guangdong and aged for a mellow character. In TCM theory, Chen Pi is warm and pungent with a bitter-sweet flavor, entering the Lung and Spleen channels. Traditionally used in teas, soups, and congee, it is a common household herb for everyday herbal preparation.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional TCM herb Chen Pi (陈皮) from Citrus reticulata
• Sun-dried shredded tangerine peel from Guangdong core producing region
• Aged for a mellow aroma and balanced bitter-sweet flavor
• Micro-red peel grade (黄皮) selected for quality
• Versatile for tea, soup, congee, and culinary use

Quality & Sensory

The shreds are typically reddish-brown to dark brown with a dry, slightly leathery texture. They carry a warm, citrusy aroma with a hint of aged sweetness. When brewed or decocted, the liquor is typically golden-amber with a mild bitter-sweet tangerine taste and a lingering citrus finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brewed as a daily herbal tea
• Simmered in soups and broths
• Added to congee for aroma
• Used in culinary dishes and marinades
• Combined with other herbs in decoctions

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Chen Pi is traditionally used to support digestive comfort and to harmonize the flow of qi. It is commonly simmered in decoctions with herbs such as ginger or licorice, added to soups and congee, or brewed alone as a warming tea. Folk practice often pairs aged peel with red dates or goji berries for seasonal wellness drinks.

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