Dried Red Bean 500g Chi Xiao Dou Adzuki Bean Slices for Soup Congee and Herbal Decoction

Dried Red Bean, known in TCM as Chi Xiao Dou (赤小豆), from Vigna angularis, offered here as sun-dried red bean slices. In TCM theory this seed is traditionally associated with supporting dampness drainage and healthy fluid balance, and it is a familiar kitchen ingredient for soups, congee, and decoctions. A simple, versatile pantry staple for daily herbal cooking.

Key Selling Points

• Sun-dried red bean slices supplied as a bulk food-grade agricultural product
• Botanical source Vigna angularis, the seed traditionally called Chi Xiao Dou in TCM
• Traditionally associated in TCM with promoting urination and reducing dampness
• Sliced form is convenient for decoctions, soups, and congee cooking
• Sourced from Bozhou Anhui and packed in a 500g bag for everyday use

Quality & Sensory

The slices typically show a deep reddish-brown color with a firm, dry texture and a mild, starchy aroma. When simmered, they typically soften into a smooth, earthy, slightly sweet taste that blends well with grains and other herbs.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer into red bean soup or dessert soup
• Cook with rice or millet for nourishing congee
• Add to herbal decoctions with coix seed and other dampness-draining herbs
• Use in seasonal culinary recipes such as red bean paste fillings

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Chi Xiao Dou is traditionally used to promote urination and reduce swelling associated with dampness, and it is often paired with Yi Yi Ren (coix seed) or Fu Ling in decoctions. In folk cooking it is a classic ingredient for red bean soup, congee, and summer cooling dishes, and it is commonly eaten during seasonal changes when damp weather is a concern.

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