Shan Zha (山楂)- Dried Hawthorn Fruit 100g
A traditional herbal culinary ingredient, dried hawthorn berries are valued for their distinctive sweet and tart flavour, reminiscent of over-ripe apples or cranberries. Commonly enjoyed in teas, jams and festive treats, these berries are prepared from the hawthorn tree (Rosaceae family), known for its thorns. Sourced from temperate regions across Asia, North America, and Europe, Shan Zha is an authentic addition to a variety of culinary applications.
Key Features
| Feature | Description |
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| Herbal Name | Crataegus pinnatifida |
| Chinese Name | 山楂 |
| Part Used | Fruit |
| Form | Culinary herbs |
| Quality Standard | Sourced for purity and authentic preparation |
| Affected Meridians | Spleen, Stomach |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight |
Packaged in a resealable pouch to maintain freshness. Suitable for professional and home culinary use. Carefully sourced to ensure quality and authenticity.
Expiry Date: 30/09/2030
Description
Hawthorn berries can be used for a heartwarming tea for cold winter months. Drink as a tea or re-hydrate to make a jam or jelly. Similar to toffee apples, candied hawthorn fruits are put on sticks and enjoyed at Chinese new year. Some people have even made a ketchup from these nutrient-rich berries!
Hawthorn’s taste sweet and tart, almost like over-ripe apples or cranberries. They make a delicious tea and can be used in desserts too. The hawthorn tree is from the Rosaceae family and is similar to roses with the fact that it has thorns. This tree grows in temperate regions in Asia, North America and Europe.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.1 kg |
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