The Versatile Uses of Orange Peel

February 26, 2024

Orange Peel Wine is a medicinal wine mentioned in the book "Ji Yin Gang Mu". The main ingredients include orange peel and white wine. Orange peel wine has the effect of promoting qi circulation and is used to treat postpartum muscle swelling. What are the other uses of orange peel in daily life?


【Name】

Orange Peel Wine

【Ingredients】

Orange peel, white wine

【Preparation】

Wash the orange peel and place it in white wine, soak for more than 20 days before consuming. It has a mellow and refreshing taste and can clear the lungs and transform phlegm. If soaked for a longer period, until the Spring Festival or after the spring, the taste will be even better.

【Functions and Indications】

Promotes qi circulation. Used for treating postpartum muscle swelling.

【Dosage】

Take 2 qian (Chinese unit of weight) per serving, mixed with wine.

【Uses of Orange Peel】

1. Orange peel contains a large amount of vitamin C and essential oils. After washing and drying, it can be stored together with tea leaves and brewed together. It has a refreshing taste and can refresh and promote respiration.

2. Orange peel has the functions of promoting qi circulation, transforming phlegm, invigorating the stomach, and reducing blood pressure. It is a good traditional Chinese medicinal material. After washing and drying, it can be soaked in white wine for 2-3 weeks before consuming. It can clear the lungs and transform phlegm. The longer the soaking time, the better the taste.

3. When cooking porridge, adding a few pieces of orange peel can make it fragrant and refreshing, and also stimulate the appetite.

4. When cooking meat or ribs, adding a few pieces of orange peel can enhance the flavor without feeling greasy.

5. Orange peel can be used to make delicious and tasty food, such as candied orange peel, orange peel jam, and orange peel fragrance.

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