Ingredient Name: Chinese Yam (dried) Traditional Chinese Name: 淮山 (huái shān) What is this? A type of yam that has been dried and cut into length-wise pieces It is tasteless and looks very similar to white chalk How do I prepare it? Soak in cold water for at least 30 minutes Where can I buy this? You… Continue reading Chinese Yam (dried)
Category: Herbal
Solomon’s Seal Rhizome (Yuzhu)
Ingredient Name: Yuzhu, Polygonatum rhizome, Fragrant solomonseal rhizome, Solomon’s Seal Traditional Chinese Name: 玉竹 (yu zhu) What is this? A type of rhizome that is dug up, dried, and cut into thin, length-wise pieces Adding yuzhu to Chinese soups will sweeten the soup and balance heatiness The term yu zhu literally translates to “jade bamboo” How do… Continue reading Solomon’s Seal Rhizome (Yuzhu)