Fresh Ginseng Root with Soil Changbai Mountain Whole Root 500g Northeast Specialty

Fresh Ginseng Root with Soil, known in TCM as Ren Shen (人参), from Panax ginseng. This whole root is harvested from Changbai Mountain in Jilin and sold as a fresh edible agricultural product. In TCM theory, ginseng is sweet and slightly warm, entering the spleen, lung, and heart channels. Traditionally used to support qi and vitality, it is commonly prepared in soups, congee, or decoctions. Keep refrigerated and use promptly.

Key Selling Points

• Fresh whole ginseng root with natural soil still attached
• Sourced from Changbai Mountain in Jilin province
• 500g pack containing approximately 100 fresh roots
• Traditional TCM herb used to support qi and vitality
• Suitable for cooking in soups, congee, and decoctions

Quality & Sensory

Fresh ginseng roots typically show a pale beige to light tan color with a firm, dense texture and earthy aroma. After simmering, the root softens and imparts a mild sweet and slightly bitter taste to soups and decoctions. Natural red rust marks or scars may appear and do not affect use.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Add to chicken or pork soup during simmering
• Cook with rice to make ginseng congee
• Simmer as a single-herb decoction
• Slice and add to slow-cooked broths

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, fresh ginseng is traditionally used to support qi and vitality. It is commonly simmered in soups with chicken or pork, cooked into congee, or prepared as a decoction. Folk practice often pairs it with jujube or goji berry. It is traditionally used during seasonal changes or periods of fatigue.

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