Dried Gorgon Fruit Qian Shi 500g Premium Euryale Seeds for Soup Congee and Herbal Decoction

Dried Gorgon Fruit, known in TCM as Qian Shi (芡实), from Euryale ferox, is the dried seed kernel of the fox nut plant. These premium-grade seeds are whole, unpolished kernels prepared by simple initial processing. In TCM theory, Qian Shi is neutral in nature with a sweet and astringent flavor, traditionally associated with the spleen and kidney channels. Traditionally used in soups, congee, and decoctions, it is a food-grade botanical for culinary and traditional herbal use, not a substitute for medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Premium-grade dried Qian Shi gorgon fruit seeds in a 500g resealable bag
• Botanical source Euryale ferox, the dried seed kernel known as fox nut or chicken head rice
• Neutral nature with sweet and astringent flavor in traditional Chinese medicine theory
• Initial-processed whole kernels suitable for soup, congee, and herbal decoction
• Food-grade agricultural product from Anhui, a recognized region for gorgon fruit

Quality & Sensory

Typically round to slightly irregular pale white to yellowish kernels with a firm, dense texture and a mild starchy aroma. When simmered, they typically soften to a chewy bite with a subtle, gently sweet and nutty taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into congee with rice, lotus seed, or Chinese yam
• Add to slow-cooked soups with pork ribs or poultry
• Include in traditional herbal decoctions with Poria and lotus seed
• Use in seasonal culinary dishes such as sweet gorgon fruit soup

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Qian Shi is traditionally associated with supporting the spleen and kidney and securing essence, and it is a common ingredient in classic formulas such as Si Shen Wan and in daily food therapy. Traditionally it is paired with lotus seed, Chinese yam, Poria, or red dates in congee and soups, and it is often cooked during autumn and winter as a nourishing seasonal food.

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