Licorice Root Slices Gan Cao 甘草 Red Skin Large Cut 500g Dried Raw Herb for Tea and Decoction

Dried Licorice Root Slices, known in TCM as Gan Cao (甘草), from Glycyrrhiza uralensis. These red-skinned large slices are cut from the dried root and rhizome, a foundational herb in traditional Chinese herbalism. In TCM theory, Gan Cao is sweet in flavor and neutral in nature, traditionally associated with harmonizing herbal formulas. Store in a cool, dry place and use as a traditional botanical ingredient.

Key Selling Points

• Red-skin large-cut licorice root slices from Gansu origin
• Botanical source Glycyrrhiza uralensis, known in TCM as Gan Cao 甘草
• A classic harmonizing herb traditionally used in TCM formulas
• Hand-processed dried slices suitable for tea, decoction, and culinary use
• 500g bulk pack sold as an edible agricultural product

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show a reddish-brown outer skin with a pale yellow to yellowish-white cut surface and firm, fibrous texture. The aroma is typically mild and sweet, and slices simmered in water or soup typically yield a naturally sweet, slightly earthy taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Simmer slices in herbal decoctions with other botanicals
• Add to soups and stews for traditional sweet flavor
• Brew as a mild standalone herbal tea or blend with chrysanthemum
• Use in congee and seasonal culinary recipes

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Gan Cao is traditionally used to harmonize the actions of other herbs in decoction formulas and is a common ingredient in classic pairings such as with chrysanthemum or jujube in daily teas. It is also traditionally added to soups and congee for its natural sweetness, and is widely used in autumn and winter herbal cooking.

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