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GOLDEN LION Pearl Barley (Sanyi Mei) 250g 金獅牌 生薏米
€1.99
GOLDEN LION Pearl Barley (Sanyi Mei / 生薏米) 250g is a premium, versatile pantry staple widely valued in traditional Chinese cooking and wellness practices. Locally known as Sanyi Mei (生薏米 / Raw Job's Tears), these heart-shaped, off-white grains feature a distinct dark-brown groove running along one side. Prized for its natural water-clearing properties, this raw barley serves as an exceptional nutritional base for slow-simmered herbal broths, sweet dessert drinks, and traditional summer wellness teas.
- Raw Cooling Properties: According to traditional food theory, raw (Sanyi) barley carries a gentle "cooling" nature, making it the definitive choice for clearing dampness, cooling internal heat, and calming inflammation.
- Firm & Nutty Texture: Possesses a hearty, distinctly fibrous outer shell that maintains a robust, pleasantly chewy, and al dente texture even after prolonged stove simmering.
- Clean & Natural: Packed directly with no artificial bleaching agents, artificial food colorings, or added chemical preservatives.
- 100% Plant-Based: Naturally fat-free, cholesterol-free, and fully compatible with vegan and vegetarian dietary routines.
| Code: | RAWBAR012 |
|---|---|
| Country Of Origin | China |
| How to use? | Quick Preparation Guide
Traditional Culinary Uses
Storage: Store the dry grains in an airtight container in a cool, dark, and dry pantry. Protect completely from humidity and ambient kitchen moisture. |
| ingredients | 100% Raw Pearl Barley (Job's Tears / Coix Seed) |
| Barcode | 6944165002537 |
Ingredient Identification
- What is the difference between Raw Barley (生薏米) and Baked Barley (熟薏米)?
Raw barley (Sanyi Mei) is off-white, dense, slightly heavy, and carries a holistic "cooling" profile aimed at body detoxification. Baked barley (Shuizhi Mei) undergoes a puffing process that turns it crisp, white, light as popcorn, and mild on the stomach, making it ideal for daily digestion. - Is this the same as Western supermarket pearl barley?
While culinarily interchangeable in western stews, traditional Chinese Sanyi Mei is typically sourced from Job's Tears (Coix lacryma-jobi), whereas western pearl barley stems from common cultivated barley (Hordeum vulgare). Job's Tears grains are larger, wider, and carry a more pronounced earthy flavour.
Dietary & Health
- Is this product gluten-free?
No. While Job's Tears is technically a distinct grain seed, it belongs to the grass family and contains grain proteins that can trigger sensitivities. It is not certified gluten-free. - Why do people drink the cooking water?
In Chinese home remedies, the water used to boil raw barley is considered a highly potent herbal tonic. It is strained off, sweetened lightly with rock sugar, and drunk to relieve water retention, target bloating, and clear skin complexions.
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