Dried Tangerine Peel Chen Pi 500g Sichuan Sun Dried Citrus Peel for Tea and Cooking

Dried Tangerine Peel, known in TCM as Chen Pi (陈皮), from the sun-dried peel of Citrus reticulata. This Sichuan-grown citrus peel is a classic Chinese herbal ingredient traditionally associated with regulating qi and harmonizing the middle burner. In TCM theory it is considered warm in nature with acrid and bitter flavors. Commonly simmered in decoctions, steeped as tea, or added to braises and congee.

Key Selling Points

• Classic TCM herb Chen Pi made from sun-dried tangerine peel
• Botanical source Citrus reticulata with Chinese name 陈皮
• Traditionally used to regulate qi and support digestive comfort
• Sun-dried peel pieces suitable for tea decoction and culinary use
• 500g bulk pack ideal for daily herbal tea and kitchen use

Quality & Sensory

The peel pieces typically show a deep orange to reddish-brown outer surface with a lighter inner pith. Texture is dry and slightly leathery, and the aroma is typically warm, citrusy, and faintly sweet. When steeped or simmered, the taste is typically gently bitter with a lingering citrus fragrance.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep as a warming daily herbal tea
• Simmer in decoctions with other herbs
• Add to congee or soups for citrus aroma
• Use in braises and stews as a culinary spice

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice Chen Pi is traditionally used to regulate qi, dry dampness, and transform phlegm, and it is a frequent ingredient in formulas for the spleen and stomach. It is commonly paired with herbs such as Ban Xia and Fu Ling in classic decoctions, simmered in soups, or steeped alone as a simple tea. Aged peel is especially valued, and the peel is also added to seasonal dishes and congee for its aromatic character.

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