Dried Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 500g Bulk Chinese Herb for Tea and Decoction

Dried Licorice Root Slices, known in TCM as Gan Cao (甘草), from Glycyrrhiza uralensis. These cut root slices are a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally valued for their naturally sweet flavor and harmonizing role in herbal formulas. In TCM theory, Gan Cao is sweet in flavor and neutral in nature. Suitable for tea, decoctions, and culinary herbal preparations.

Key Selling Points

• Classic TCM herb known as Gan Cao (甘草) with a naturally sweet taste
• Botanical source Glycyrrhiza uralensis, dried and cut into convenient slices
• Traditionally used to harmonize other herbs in decoctions and formulas
• Versatile form suitable for tea, soup, and culinary herbal use
• 500g bulk pack sourced from Xinjiang, ideal for regular herbal preparation

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a yellowish-brown to reddish-brown exterior with a pale yellow, fibrous cross-section. The texture is firm and slightly starchy, and the aroma is mildly sweet and earthy. When steeped or simmered, the taste is typically naturally sweet with a subtle herbal note.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep slices in hot water for a mild herbal tea
• Simmer in decoctions alongside other herbs
• Add to soups and stews for traditional flavoring
• Use in congee or seasonal culinary recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Gan Cao is traditionally used to moderate and harmonize the actions of other herbs in a formula, and it is a common component of many classic decoctions. It is also traditionally prepared as a simple sweet tea or added to soups and congee. In folk use, licorice slices are often paired with herbs such as chrysanthemum or jujube in daily herbal drinks.

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