Native to South Asia and cultivated in ancient China and India now in other tropical countries, it was the first spice imported to Europe. The flavor is obtained from rhizomes that are sold fresh or dried, ground or candied. It has the ability to combat states of nausea and vomiting, is n powerful painkiller that can relieve rheumatic pain, counteracts colds and is a good support in headaches. The flavor is strong and spicy , the powdered one has a more pungent aroma than the dried one. It is used whole in brines, ground in meat dishes and on grilled meat or fish dishes. The fresh, whole root is used to make ginger beer, in jams, ground is used in puddings, bread, cookies and other sweets.
Origin: Nigeria
Weight: 40 g
Origin: Nigeria
Weight: 40 g