Dried North Glehnia Root Bei Sha Shen Whole Roots 500g for Culinary Herbal Soups and Decoctions

Dried North Glehnia Root, known in TCM as Bei Sha Shen (北沙参), from Glehnia littoralis, supplied as whole dried roots. In TCM theory it is sweet and slightly cold, traditionally associated with the Lung and Stomach channels. Traditionally valued in herbal soups and decoctions, it is a natural culinary botanical for seasonal wellness cooking and should be stored sealed in a cool dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried roots of North Glehnia, Bei Sha Shen (北沙参)
• Botanical source Glehnia littoralis, root form for decoction and cooking
• Traditionally associated with the Lung and Stomach channels in TCM
• Sourced from Hebei, supplied as bulk edible agricultural produce
• 500g loose pack suitable for soups, congee, and herbal decoctions

Quality & Sensory

Whole roots typically slender and pale yellowish-white with a fine, firm texture and a faintly sweet, earthy aroma. When simmered, they typically yield a mild, subtly sweet taste and soften into a tender, starchy consistency.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmered in herbal soups with poultry or pork
• Added to congee and slow-cooked broths
• Used in traditional herbal decoctions
• Incorporated into seasonal culinary dishes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Bei Sha Shen is traditionally used in nourishing decoctions and soups, often paired with Mai Dong (麦冬) and Yu Zhu (玉竹) in autumn and dry-season recipes. It is a common ingredient in household soup packs and congee preparations, where it is simmered slowly to release its mild sweetness.

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