Xinhui Dried Tangerine Peel Chen Pi 250g Aged Citrus Peel Tea Herb from Guangdong

Xinhui Dried Tangerine Peel, known in TCM as Chen Pi (陈皮), from the sun-dried peel of Citrus reticulata. Sourced from the Xinhui region of Guangdong and graded as Da Hong Pi red peel, this aged citrus peel is a classic Chinese herbal ingredient. In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with regulating qi and drying dampness, with a warm nature and acrid-bitter flavor. Commonly simmered in decoctions, steeped as tea, or added to soups and congee.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Xinhui Chen Pi dried tangerine peel from the Meijiang core producing area of Guangdong
• Da Hong Pi red peel grade, sun-dried using traditional processing
• Known in TCM as Chen Pi (陈皮), the dried peel of Citrus reticulata
• Traditionally associated with regulating qi, drying dampness, and transforming phlegm
• Versatile for herbal tea, decoctions, soups, congee, and culinary seasoning

Quality & Sensory

Typically deep reddish-brown to dark orange in color with a slightly wrinkled, brittle texture. The aroma is characteristically rich, citrusy, and aged, with mellow fermented notes. When steeped or simmered, it typically yields a warm amber infusion with a fragrant, mildly bitter, and sweet citrus taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep alone or with pu-erh or other teas for a daily citrus peel tea
• Simmer in herbal decoctions alongside other TCM ingredients
• Add to soups, congee, and braised dishes for aroma and depth
• Use in seasonal recipes such as red bean paste or festive desserts

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Chen Pi is traditionally used to regulate qi, strengthen the middle, and dry dampness, and it is a common component of classic formulas such as Er Chen Tang. Traditionally paired with herbs like Ban Xia, Fu Ling, and Bai Zhu, it is also simmered in soups and congee or steeped with tea. Aged peel is especially valued, and Xinhui peel from Guangdong has long been prized for its mellow aroma.

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