Raw Lettuce Seeds Sheng Cai Zi 500g Natural Edible Seed for Sprouting and Culinary Use

Raw Lettuce Seeds, known in Chinese as Sheng Cai Zi (生菜籽), are the dried seeds of Lactuca sativa. This 500g pack contains natural edible seeds in their original form, lightly processed and suitable for sprouting, grinding, or culinary use. In TCM theory, lettuce seeds are traditionally associated with a mild, sweet nature and are used in gentle food-based preparations. They are not a medicine and should be used as part of a balanced diet.

Key Selling Points

• Raw edible lettuce seeds in original whole-seed form
• 500g value pack of Sheng Cai Zi (生菜籽)
• Lightly processed for culinary and sprouting use
• Natural white seed color with clean appearance
• Suitable for home sprouting, grinding, and cooking

Quality & Sensory

These lettuce seeds are typically small, oval, and white to pale cream in color with a smooth, dry texture. They have a mild, neutral aroma and a slightly nutty taste when chewed or ground. When sprouted, they develop a crisp, fresh texture and mild green flavor.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Home sprouting for salads and sandwiches
• Ground and added to baked goods or smoothies
• Used in traditional congee or grain dishes
• Culinary garnish or seed topping

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese food practice, lettuce seeds are sometimes used in congee or light soups as a gentle food ingredient. They are also used in folk preparations for sprouting and as a mild culinary seed. Traditionally, they are not considered a strong medicinal herb but rather a food-based seed used in seasonal dishes.

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