Chinese Yam (100g)

Chinese Yam is the dehydrated version of the fresh Chinese Yam, a white, long root with a brown outer skin. Once dried, it becomes flat, chalky white, and tasteless, has no impact on soup color or taste. It is a common ingredients in Chinese soup pantries, stews, and even desserts. There are also Japanese varieties that work well in soups.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chinese Yam is often used to aid digestion, regulate blood sugar levels, and relieve stomach pains and diarrhea. It is considered a neutral ingredient and is frequently boiled with chicken and other Chinese herbs to create a nourishing confinement soup that helps reduce uterine inflammation.