Red Yeast Rice Hong Qu Mi 500g Natural Fermented Rice for Baking Braising Congee and Winemaking
$5.78 – $9.92Price range: $5.78 through $9.92
Description
Red Yeast Rice, known in TCM as Hong Qu Mi (红曲米), is fermented rice from Monascus purpureus. This 500g pack offers a natural red food coloring and traditional culinary ingredient. In TCM theory, it is considered warm and sweet, entering the spleen and large intestine channels. Traditionally used to support digestion and blood circulation. Ideal for baking, braising, congee, and winemaking.

Key Selling Points
- Natural red food coloring from fermented rice
- Traditional Chinese ingredient known as Hong Qu Mi
- 500g resealable pack for multiple uses
- Suitable for baking, braising, congee, and winemaking
- Naturally sun-dried and free from artificial additives

Quality & Sensory
Deep reddish-purple grains with a mild fermented aroma and slightly sweet, earthy taste. Typically firm and dry, they soften when cooked. The color releases readily into liquids, imparting a vibrant red hue to dishes.

Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Fermented rice |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 红曲米 |
| Pinyin | Hong Qu Mi |
| Botanical Name | Monascus purpureus |
| Form | Whole grains |
| Net Weight | 500g |

Usage Scenarios
- Baking and pastry coloring
- Braising meats and poultry
- Congee and rice dishes
- Home winemaking
- Traditional herbal decoctions

Traditional Uses
In TCM, Hong Qu Mi is traditionally used to promote digestion and invigorate blood circulation. It is often added to soups, congee, and braised dishes for color and flavor. Folk practice includes using it in winemaking and as a natural dye for festive foods.

FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Red Yeast Rice?
A: Red Yeast Rice is fermented rice with Monascus purpureus, used as a natural coloring and traditional culinary ingredient.
Q: What are its traditional uses?
A: In TCM theory, it is considered to support digestion and blood circulation. It is commonly used in cooking and winemaking.
Q: How is it used?
A: It can be added to baking, braising, congee, or winemaking. Typically a small amount is used to achieve desired color and flavor.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Model | 新米1罐 红曲米 500g, 新米2罐 红曲米 1000g, 新米4罐 红曲米 2000g, 新米1罐 红曲米 160g, 1罐 红曲米粉500g, 2罐 红曲米粉1000 |
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