Description
GOLDEN LION Pearl Barley (Sanyi Mei) 250g is a premium Asian pantry staple widely used in traditional Chinese cooking and wellness practices.
Commonly known as Raw Job’s Tears (生薏米 / shēng yì mǐ), these heart-shaped, off-white grains feature a distinct dark-brown groove running down the side.
Product Characteristics & Culinary Uses
Traditional Properties: In traditional food theory, raw Sanyi barley is highly valued for its gentle “cooling” nature. It is frequently utilized for its natural water-clearing properties and to clear internal dampness and heat.Versatile
Cooking Base: It serves as a nutritional foundation for slow-simmered herbal broths, sweet dessert soups (tong sui), and cooling traditional summer wellness teas.
Texture & Flavor: It offers a mild, warm, and slightly nutty flavor with a chewy texture that holds up well during extended cooking.
