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Dried Winter Melon Seed (Dong Gua Zi) is a sweet and slightly cold herb that has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for thousands of years.
The seeds are small, flat and pale, with a mild, faintly nutty character. They come from the same fruit as Dong Gua Pi, and are classically combined with Dried Coix Seeds (Yi Yi Ren) and Dried Reed Rhizome (Lu Gen) in cooling preparations.
Cooling: Described as slightly cold in nature in traditional practice, and used accordingly in classic preparations.
Naturally Mild: Its gentle, faintly sweet character means it blends easily rather than dominating a brew.
Balance: Included in traditional blends intended to potentially encourage a sense of natural equilibrium.
Traditional Heritage: Used in Chinese preparations for thousands of years, most often as part of a blend.
Versatile: Suits infusions and soups alike, and can also be lightly toasted as a snack.
We recommend around 10g per portion.
Crush the seeds lightly before use to help release their character, then simmer in water for twenty to thirty minutes and strain. They can also be added to soups at the start of cooking, or lightly toasted in a dry pan and eaten as a snack.
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.
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We offer a 100% sulphur-free herb range. Many others use sulphur to enhance appearance and extend shelf life, but this can alter the herb’s natural properties and cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
Our herbs are sourced from authentic DaoDi-grown Chinese plants, cultivated in pristine environments to guarantee purity, potency, and sustainability. Through our trusted partnerships since 2010, we select herbs from their ideal growing regions and harvest them at the right time for maximum efficacy.
Using modern processing techniques, we ensure the integrity of each herb, so you receive the highest quality herbal supplements.
What is Dried Winter Melon Seed (Dong Gua Zi)?It is the dried seed of the winter melon, used in Chinese preparations for thousands of years.
How do I prepare Dong Gua Zi?Crush lightly, then simmer around 10g in water for twenty to thirty minutes and strain before drinking.
What does it taste like?Mild and faintly nutty with a gentle sweetness.
Can it be used in cooking?Yes, the seeds can be added to soups at the start of cooking, or lightly toasted and eaten as a snack.
Is it suitable for a plant-based diet?Yes, it is entirely plant-derived and can be used in vegan and vegetarian preparations.
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