18 Chinese HerbsSecret Recipe

Three generations of herbal wisdom combined into one perfect braised sauce formula. Each herb carefully selected for its unique properties and health benefits.

Verified Traditional Recipe

The Sacred 18 Herbs

Each herb plays a crucial role in creating the perfect balance of flavors and health benefits.

Star Anise

八角

Properties:

Warming, aromatic

Benefits:

Aids digestion, adds sweet licorice flavor

Usage:

Essential base note, 2-3 pieces per batch

Sichuan Peppercorn

花椒

Properties:

Numbing, fragrant

Benefits:

Stimulates appetite, antimicrobial

Usage:

Creates signature numbing sensation, 1 tbsp

Cassia Bark

桂皮

Properties:

Sweet, warm

Benefits:

Improves circulation, adds sweetness

Usage:

Adds depth and warmth, 1 stick

Dried Tangerine Peel

陳皮

Properties:

Citrusy, bitter

Benefits:

Aids digestion, reduces greasiness

Usage:

Balances rich flavors, 2-3 pieces

Fennel Seeds

小茴香

Properties:

Sweet, aromatic

Benefits:

Digestive aid, anti-inflammatory

Usage:

Adds subtle sweetness, 1 tsp

White Cardamom

白豆蔻

Properties:

Cool, aromatic

Benefits:

Freshens breath, aids stomach

Usage:

Cooling balance, 3-4 pods

Cloves

丁香

Properties:

Warm, pungent

Benefits:

Antiseptic, numbing effect

Usage:

Strong flavor, use sparingly, 4-5 pieces

Bay Leaves

香葉

Properties:

Earthy, herbal

Benefits:

Anti-inflammatory, aromatic

Usage:

Background flavor, 2-3 leaves

Dried Ginger

乾薑

Properties:

Hot, pungent

Benefits:

Warming digestive, circulation

Usage:

Adds heat and depth, 3 slices

Nutmeg

#10

肉豆蔻

Properties:

Warm, nutty

Benefits:

Digestive tonic, aromatic

Usage:

Subtle warmth, 1/2 piece

Chinese Cinnamon

#11

肉桂

Properties:

Sweet, hot

Benefits:

Blood circulation, warming

Usage:

Essential warmth, 1 small stick

Long Pepper

#12

蓽撥

Properties:

Hot, pungent

Benefits:

Digestive stimulant, warming

Usage:

Ancient spice for heat, pinch

Amomum Fruit

#13

草果

Properties:

Aromatic, warm

Benefits:

Digestive aid, removes fishiness

Usage:

Unique aroma, 1-2 pieces

Galangal

#14

高良薑

Properties:

Hot, aromatic

Benefits:

Stomach warming, anti-nausea

Usage:

Warming spice, 2 slices

Licorice Root

#15

甘草

Properties:

Sweet, neutral

Benefits:

Harmonizes other herbs, natural sweetener

Usage:

Balances formula, 1 small piece

Angelica Root

#16

當歸

Properties:

Sweet, warm

Benefits:

Blood nourishing, aromatic

Usage:

Health benefit, 1 slice

Chinese Lovage

#17

川芎

Properties:

Pungent, warm

Benefits:

Blood circulation, pain relief

Usage:

Medicinal benefit, small piece

Dried Orange Peel

#18

橘皮

Properties:

Aromatic, bitter

Benefits:

Digestive aid, fragrant

Usage:

Citrus note, 1-2 pieces

The Science Behind the Formula

Flavor Harmony

The herbs are categorized into base notes (star anise, cassia), middle notes (cardamom, cloves), and top notes (citrus peels) to create a complex, layered flavor profile.

Health Benefits

Each herb provides specific health benefits - digestive aids, circulation enhancers, and anti-inflammatory compounds work together synergistically.

Balance & Proportion

The secret lies in the precise ratios - too much of any single herb overwhelms the blend, while too little fails to contribute its unique character.

Three Generations of Refinement

Each generation has subtly refined the formula based on customer feedback, ingredient quality changes, and modern nutritional understanding.

Taste the Heritage in Every Bite

Experience the perfect harmony of 18 Chinese herbs in our signature braised dishes

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