Licorice 甘草（gān cǎo）
Calories: 203kcal/100g
Function: Sweetens、harmonizes、reduces greasiness、 enhances taste
Introduction: The outer skin of licorice root is brown, while the inside is pale yellow and has a sweet taste. The stem is upright and often branches out. The leaves are elliptical or ovate, with slightly wavy margins or entire edges. The butterfly-shaped flowers can be purple, white, or yellow. The flowering period is from May to July, and the fruiting period is from June to October. Licorice contains a rich amount of amino acids, various vitamins, minerals, and more.