Dried Hawthorn Fruit Slices Seedless 100g Shan Zha Tea Soup Ingredient
$7.90
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Description
Dried Hawthorn Fruit Slices, known in TCM as Shan Zha (山楂), from Crataegus pinnatifida. These seedless slices are a traditional Chinese herbal food used in teas, soups, and decoctions. In TCM theory, hawthorn is sour and sweet, slightly warm, and associated with the Spleen, Stomach, and Liver channels. Traditionally used to support digestion and gently move qi and blood. Enjoy as a brewed tea or culinary ingredient.


Key Selling Points
- Seedless dried hawthorn fruit slices in a 100g bottle
- Known in TCM as Shan Zha (山楂), from Crataegus pinnatifida
- Sour sweet flavor with a slightly warm TCM nature
- Traditionally used to support digestion and move qi and blood
- Versatile for teas, soups, congee, and culinary use


Quality & Sensory
The slices are typically deep red to brownish red with a firm, slightly leathery texture. They have a mild fruity aroma and a distinctly sour, slightly sweet taste. When brewed or simmered, the liquid becomes tart and refreshing, often balanced with a touch of honey or rock sugar.


Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried fruit slices |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 山楂 |
| Pinyin | Shan Zha |
| Botanical Name | Crataegus pinnatifida |
| Plant Part | Fruit |
| Net Weight | 100g |


Usage Scenarios
- Brewed as a daily herbal tea
- Simmered in soups and broths
- Cooked into congee
- Used as a culinary ingredient in sauces and dressings
- Combined with other herbs in decoctions

Traditional Uses
In TCM theory, Shan Zha is traditionally used to support digestion, especially after heavy or greasy meals. It is often simmered alone or with rock sugar as a tart tea, or added to soups and congee. Common pairings include Chen Pi (aged tangerine peel) and Mai Ya (malt) for digestive support, or Gou Qi Zi (goji berries) for a balanced sweet-sour brew.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: It is a 100g bottle of seedless dried hawthorn fruit slices, known in TCM as Shan Zha (山楂), from Crataegus pinnatifida.
Q: What is its traditional value?
A: In TCM theory, hawthorn is sour and sweet, slightly warm, and associated with the Spleen, Stomach, and Liver channels. It is traditionally used to support digestion and move qi and blood.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: It is commonly brewed as a tea, simmered in soups, or cooked into congee. It can also be combined with other herbs in decoctions.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.3 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 15 × 10 × 10 cm |
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