Dried Oyster Meat Hao Chi 250g Sun Dried No Salt Added Extra Large Zhanjiang Guangdong Seafood for Soup and Stew

Dried Oyster Meat, known in Chinese as Hao Chi (蚝豉), is premium sun-dried oyster meat from Zhanjiang, Guangdong. These extra-large, whole oysters are naturally low-salt dried without oil extraction, preserving a rich oceanic flavor. Traditionally valued in Cantonese cooking and herbal soup practice, they are commonly simmered in soups, stews, and congee. Store in a cool dry place and cook thoroughly before consumption.

Key Selling Points

• Extra-large whole dried oyster meat from Zhanjiang Guangdong
• Naturally sun-dried with no salt added and no oil extraction
• Rich savory ocean flavor suited to slow-cooked soups and stews
• Traditionally used in Cantonese herbal soup and festive dishes
• Convenient dried form with long shelf life at room temperature

Quality & Sensory

Typically deep golden-brown to amber in color with a firm, slightly chewy texture. The aroma is distinctly briny and oceanic. When simmered, the meat typically turns tender and releases a rich, savory umami taste into the broth.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in slow-cooked soups with pork or chicken
• Add to congee or rice porridge for savory depth
• Braise with black moss and dried mushrooms for festive dishes
• Stew with root vegetables for a hearty family meal

Traditional Uses

In Cantonese culinary tradition, dried oysters are a classic ingredient for festive soups and braised dishes, often paired with dried scallops, shiitake mushrooms, or black moss. In traditional food practice they are associated with nourishing broths and are commonly included in slow-simmered soups during winter or celebratory meals.

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