Dried Yu Zhu Sliced Polygonatum Odoratum 500g for Soups and Herbal Cooking

Dried Yu Zhu (玉竹) slices, known in TCM as Yu Zhu (玉竹), from Polygonatum odoratum rhizome. These unprocessed slices are a classic Chinese herbal food ingredient traditionally associated with nourishing yin and moistening dryness. In TCM theory, Yu Zhu is sweet in flavor and slightly cold in nature, entering the lung and stomach channels. Commonly simmered in soups, congee, and herbal teas as part of a balanced diet.

Key Selling Points

• Whole-form dried Polygonatum odoratum rhizome slices with no further processing
• Known in TCM as Yu Zhu 玉竹, a widely used yin-nourishing herb
• Traditionally valued for moistening dryness and supporting fluid balance
• Versatile slices suitable for soups, congee, and herbal decoctions
• Sourced from Hebei province and packed as a 500g food-grade portion

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a pale yellow to yellowish-white cut surface with a firm yet slightly pliable texture. The aroma is mild and faintly sweet, and when simmered the slices yield a gentle, subtly sweet taste with a soft, tender bite.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer in chicken, pork, or duck soups alongside other tonic herbs
• Cook into rice congee for a mild, sweet herbal dish
• Add to herbal tea blends or gentle decoctions
• Use in seasonal autumn and winter nourishing recipes

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Yu Zhu is a common kitchen herb for dry seasons, often paired with Mai Men Dong, Sha Shen, or lily bulb in moistening soups and teas. It is a familiar ingredient in Cantonese slow-cooked soups and is traditionally associated with supporting lung and stomach fluid balance. Slices are typically added during simmering and removed or eaten once softened.

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