Bai Zhi White Angelica Root Round Slices 501g Aromatic Culinary Herb for Braising Stews and Marinades

White Angelica Root, known in TCM as Bai Zhi (白芷), from Angelica dahurica. These hand-selected round slices are a classic Chinese culinary spice, traditionally valued for their warm, pungent aroma. In TCM theory, Bai Zhi is considered warm in nature with acrid flavor. Widely used to season braised meats, stews, and marinades, this dried root is a staple in both home and commercial kitchens.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Bai Zhi (白芷) round root slices from Angelica dahurica
• Hand-selected slices with a firm texture and characteristic aroma
• Traditional Chinese culinary spice for removing gamey odors in meat dishes
• Suitable for home cooking and commercial braising or spice blends
• Dried and ready to use in stews, broths, and marinades

Quality & Sensory

The slices are typically off-white to pale yellow with a dense, firm texture. They carry a strong, aromatic, slightly camphor-like scent. When simmered, they release a warm, pungent fragrance that infuses broths and braised dishes.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Add to braising liquids for pork, beef, or poultry
• Simmer in soups and stews for added aroma
• Include in homemade spice packets for lu wei dishes
• Use in marinades to balance rich meat flavors

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese cooking, Bai Zhi is a key component of five-spice and braising blends, prized for masking gamey notes and enriching the aroma of slow-cooked meats. In TCM practice, it has long been associated with dispelling wind and opening the nasal passages, and it is traditionally included in decoctions and external washes. It is commonly paired with star anise, cinnamon, and licorice in spice bags.

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