Dried Sweet Orange Slices Tian Cheng 500g Citrus sinensis Fruit Tea Slices for Infusions and Culinary Use

Dried Sweet Orange Slices, known in TCM as Tian Cheng (甜橙), from Citrus sinensis, made from the fruit cut into thin slices. These dried citrus slices retain the natural peel and flesh, offering a bright aroma and mild sweet-tart flavor. Traditionally used in Chinese herbal practice for refreshing fruit teas and culinary infusions, they are a versatile pantry botanical. Store in a cool, dry place and enjoy as part of a balanced lifestyle.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried sweet orange fruit cut into thin slices with peel and flesh intact
• Botanical source Citrus sinensis, a familiar citrus fruit used in traditional herbal preparations
• Naturally aromatic with a sweet-tart citrus flavor suitable for hot or cold infusions
• Convenient 500g pack for daily tea brewing, cooking, and seasonal beverage making
• Simple sliced processing with no added ingredients, easy to store in a cool dry place

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show vibrant orange flesh with lighter peel edges and a firm, slightly chewy dried texture. The aroma is characteristically fresh and citrusy, and brewed slices yield a light golden infusion with a mild sweet-tart orange taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep in hot water for a fragrant citrus fruit tea
• Add to cold brew infusions and iced summer drinks
• Simmer in soups or desserts for a light citrus note
• Use in mulled beverages, baked goods, or garnishes

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, dried orange and citrus peels are valued for their aromatic and regulating properties, and sweet orange slices are commonly used in folk preparations as a refreshing daily tea. They are often paired with herbs like chen pi, hawthorn, or rose for infused blends, or simmered with rock sugar for a soothing seasonal drink. Their bright flavor also makes them a popular addition to congee and dessert soups.

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