Kowloon Tong Angelica Sinensis Root Slices are a common traditional Chinese herbal dried product, suitable for daily soup making, stewing, double-boiling, brewing tea, boiling water, and pairing with Chinese soup ingredients. Angelica Sinensis root has a rich aroma and a distinct herbal taste, with a unique Angelica fragrance upon tasting. It is commonly used in traditional home recipes such as Black Chicken Soup, Lean Pork Soup, Lamb Soup, Siwu Tang (Four-Ingredient Soup), Angelica and Red Date Tea, and Angelica and Egg Soup.
Compared to regular Angelica Sinensis slices, Angelica Sinensis root slices have a more concentrated aroma, making them suitable for those who prefer a rich herbal soup flavor. This product's sliced form is convenient to use, suitable for everyday household use, women's daily soups, autumn and winter stews, festive family banquets, and traditional herbal tea pairings. It can be paired with ingredients such as red dates, goji berries, codonopsis, astragalus, white peony, rehmannia, chuanxiong, longan, black chicken, lean pork, and lamb.
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Kowloon Tong Selected Angelica Sinensis Root Slices: Suitable for daily family soup making, stewing, brewing tea, boiling water, and pairing with Chinese soup ingredients.
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Angelica Sinensis Root Part: More concentrated aroma, more distinct herbal flavor, suitable for traditional soups and double-boiling.
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Convenient Sliced Form: No need to slice yourself, take as needed each time, suitable for a well-stocked family kitchen.
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Rich Herbal Aroma: Prominent aroma after simmering, suitable for traditional soup lovers who enjoy the taste of Angelica.
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Flexible Pairing: Can be paired with red dates, goji berries, codonopsis, astragalus, white peony, rehmannia, chuanxiong, black chicken, lamb, etc.
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Classic Women's Soup Ingredient: Commonly found in traditional recipes such as Siwu Tang, Angelica and Red Date Tea, Angelica and Black Chicken Soup, and Angelica and Lamb Soup.
Angelica and Red Date Tea Recipe
Suggested Ingredients (for 1-2 servings):
- Angelica Sinensis root slices 3-5g
- Red dates 3 pieces
- A small amount of goji berries, optional
- Longan 2-3 pieces, optional
- Water 600-1000ml
Brewing Steps:
- Rinse Angelica Sinensis root slices, red dates, goji berries, and longan simply.
- Red dates can be cut open or pitted to release their sweetness more easily.
- Place the ingredients into a health pot, glass pot, or small saucepan.
- Add 600-1000ml of water.
- Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer for 15-25 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and let it steep for 5 minutes for a richer tea aroma.
Angelica and Black Chicken Soup Recipe
Suggested Ingredients (for 2-4 servings):
- Angelica Sinensis root slices 5-8g
- Black chicken or chicken 300-500g
- Red dates 3-5 pieces
- A small amount of goji berries
- Appropriate amount of codonopsis or astragalus, optional
- Ginger slices 2 pieces, optional
- Water 1500-2000ml
- Salt to taste
Soup Making Steps:
- Rinse Angelica Sinensis root slices, red dates, codonopsis or astragalus simply and set aside.
- Wash the black chicken or chicken, and blanch it first to remove scum.
- Add water to the pot, then add chicken, Angelica Sinensis root, red dates, ginger slices, and other soup ingredients.
- Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer for 60-90 minutes.
- Finally, add goji berries, and season with an appropriate amount of salt to taste before serving.
Angelica and Lamb Soup Recipe
Suggested Ingredients (for 2-4 servings):
- Angelica Sinensis root slices 5-8g
- Lamb 300-500g
- Ginger 3-5 slices
- Red dates 3 pieces, optional
- A small amount of goji berries, optional
- Water 1500-2000ml
- Salt to taste
Preparation Steps:
- Cut lamb into pieces and wash, blanch in cold water to remove scum.
- Rinse Angelica Sinensis root slices, red dates, and ginger slices simply and set aside.
- Add water to the pot, then add lamb, Angelica Sinensis root, ginger slices, and red dates.
- Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer for 60-90 minutes.
- Finally, add goji berries, and season with salt before serving.
- The soup base has the aroma of lamb, ginger, and Angelica herbal notes, suitable for autumn and winter home soups.
Siwu Tang (Four-Ingredient Soup) Pairing Method
Classic Pairing Reference:
- Angelica Sinensis root slices
- White peony
- Rehmannia
- Chuanxiong
- Red dates, goji berries, chicken, or lean pork can be added according to personal preference
Preparation Steps:
- Rinse Angelica, white peony, rehmannia, chuanxiong, and other ingredients simply.
- Wash meat ingredients, and blanch them first.
- Place all ingredients into a soup pot, add 1500-2000ml of water.
- Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer for 60-90 minutes.
- Season with salt to taste before serving, or it can also be made into a light herbal drink.
Tip: Angelica Sinensis root has a strong herbal taste; for first-time users, it is recommended to start with a small amount. If the taste is too strong, it can be paired with red dates, longan, goji berries, or chicken to soften the soup flavor. It is not recommended to add too much at once when making soup, to prevent the Angelica aroma from being too overpowering and affecting the overall taste.
1. What is the difference between Angelica Sinensis root and regular Angelica Sinensis slices?
Angelica Sinensis root typically refers to the upper part of the Angelica root, which has a more concentrated aroma and a more distinct herbal taste, suitable for soup making and traditional soup pairings. Regular Angelica Sinensis slices may contain different parts, and the flavor will be relatively dispersed. Those who prefer a rich Angelica aroma are more suited to choosing Angelica Sinensis root slices.
2. What does Angelica Sinensis root taste like?
Angelica Sinensis root has a rich herbal aroma, with a slightly sweet and bitter taste. After cooking in soup, its aroma is very distinctive. When paired with red dates, longan, goji berries, chicken, or lamb, the soup flavor will be more mellow.
3. Is Angelica Sinensis root suitable for brewing tea or making soup?
Angelica Sinensis root can be used for both brewing tea and making soup, but it is more commonly used for soup, double-boiling, and traditional herbal drinks. When brewing tea, it is recommended to use a small amount and pair it with red dates, longan, or goji berries to balance the taste.
4. How much Angelica Sinensis root is appropriate to use at one time?
For daily boiling water, use about 3-5g; for making soup, use about 5-8g. The specific amount can be adjusted according to the number of people, water volume, recipe, and personal taste. For first-time users, it is recommended to start with a small amount.
5. What ingredients are commonly paired with Angelica Sinensis root?
Common pairings for Angelica Sinensis root include red dates, goji berries, longan, codonopsis, astragalus, white peony, rehmannia, chuanxiong, black chicken, lean pork, and lamb. For a sweet and moist tea drink, pair with red dates and longan; for soup, pair with black chicken or lamb.
6. How to store Angelica Sinensis root for better preservation?
Angelica Sinensis root slices are a dried herbal product. After opening, it is recommended to seal and store them in a cool, dry place, away from moisture, high temperatures, direct sunlight, and odors. Seal promptly after each use to help maintain dryness and herbal aroma.
Taste Characteristics
- Rich Angelica aroma, distinct herbal taste, suitable for traditional soups.
- Sliced form is convenient to use, suitable for soup making, tea brewing, and double-boiling.
- Can be paired with red dates, goji berries, longan, codonopsis, astragalus, and other ingredients.
- Suitable for Black Chicken Soup, Lamb Soup, Siwu Tang, and women's daily soups.
- A common Chinese herbal dried product for households, suitable for various traditional recipes.
Suitable Usage Scenarios
- Family soup making, stewing, double-boiling, and herbal tea brewing.
- Angelica and Black Chicken Soup, Angelica and Red Date Tea, Angelica and Lamb Soup.
- Siwu Tang, Angelica and Egg Soup, Angelica and Lean Pork Soup.
- Autumn and winter soups, women's daily tea drinks, and traditional soup pairings.
- People who enjoy Chinese herbal ingredients, tonic soups, and traditional home-cooked soups.
Pairing Suggestions
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Angelica Sinensis Root + Red Dates: Sweeter and more pronounced aroma, softer tea soup.
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Angelica Sinensis Root + Goji Berries: Better color, suitable for daily soups.
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Angelica Sinensis Root + Longan: Richer sweetness, suitable for boiling water or stewing soup.
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Angelica Sinensis Root + Codonopsis & Astragalus: Richer herbal aroma, suitable for home-cooked soups.
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Angelica Sinensis Root + Black Chicken: Classic soup pairing, rich soup flavor.
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Angelica Sinensis Root + Lamb: Suitable for autumn and winter stews, richer aroma.
Q: How are Angelica Sinensis root slices typically consumed?
A: Angelica Sinensis root slices can be used for making soup, double-boiling, brewing tea, or boiling water. Common preparations include Angelica and Red Date Tea, Angelica and Black Chicken Soup, Angelica and Lamb Soup, Siwu Tang, and Angelica and Lean Pork Soup.
Q: How much Angelica Sinensis root is appropriate to use at one time?
A: For daily boiling water, use about 3-5g; for making soup, use about 5-8g. For first-time users, it is recommended to start with a small amount and adjust according to personal taste and recipe.
Q: What is the difference between Angelica Sinensis root and regular Angelica?
A: Angelica Sinensis root usually has a more concentrated aroma and a more distinct herbal taste, suitable for making soup and traditional soup pairings. Regular Angelica slices may contain different parts, and the flavor will vary.
Q: What does Angelica Sinensis root taste like?
A: Angelica Sinensis root has a rich herbal aroma, with a slightly sweet and bitter taste. When boiled in soup with red dates, longan, goji berries, or meat, the taste will be softer.
Q: What can Angelica Sinensis root be boiled in soup with?
A: It can be paired with red dates, goji berries, longan, codonopsis, astragalus, white peony, rehmannia, chuanxiong, black chicken, lean pork, lamb, etc. For a sweet and moist tea drink, pair with red dates and longan; for soup, pair with black chicken or lamb.
Q: Does Angelica Sinensis root need to be pre-soaked?
A: Generally, long soaking is not required; simply rinse with water before use. If used for soup, it can also be soaked for 10 minutes beforehand to allow the herbal aroma to release more easily.
Q: Is Angelica Sinensis root suitable for daily use?
A: This product is a traditional herbal dried product, and it is recommended to use it in moderation according to personal dietary habits. Pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, children, individuals with heavy menstruation, those taking medication, or those with special health conditions should consult a professional before consumption.
Q: Why choose Kowloon Tong Angelica Sinensis Root Slices?
A: Kowloon Tong specializes in Chinese dried goods, herbal ingredients, tonic seafood, and traditional soup pairings, focusing on ingredient practicality, family cooking experience, and daily usage scenarios. Kowloon Tong Angelica Sinensis root slices have a rich aroma and are suitable for making soup, double-boiling, brewing tea, and for household stocking.
