Dried Snow Lotus Gum Resin 500g Plant Bird’s Nest Style for Soup and Dessert

Dried Snow Lotus Gum Resin, known in Chinese as Xue Yan (雪燕), is a plant-derived gum resin traditionally used in Chinese and Southeast Asian cooking. It is not a true bird's nest but a natural plant exudate valued for its ability to expand and soften when cooked. In TCM theory, it is traditionally associated with nourishing Yin and supporting skin moisture. It is commonly simmered in sweet soups with peach gum and皂角米.

Key Selling Points

• Plant-based gum resin, not animal bird's nest
• 500g bulk pack of米粒雪燕 small grain form
• Expands and softens when simmered
• Traditionally used in sweet soups and desserts
• Sealed packaging for cool dry storage

Quality & Sensory

Dried Xue Yan typically appears as small translucent to pale amber grains. It has a neutral aroma and a soft, gelatinous texture after soaking and simmering. The cooked gum is typically bland with a smooth, slippery mouthfeel, absorbing the flavors of accompanying ingredients.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Sweet soup with peach gum and皂角米
• Dessert congee
• Simmered with rock sugar and milk
• Fruit dessert bowls

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese and Southeast Asian food practice, Xue Yan is simmered into sweet soups, often paired with peach gum (桃胶) and皂角米. It is traditionally used in dessert congee and seasonal nourishing soups. It is valued for its texture and is believed in TCM theory to support Yin and skin moisture.

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