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Ginger
Southeast Asia (likely India or Maritime Southeast Asia); one of the first spices traded along the ancient Spice Route.Available year-round; fresh harvest in fall.Warm, spicy, pungent
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Overview
Southeast Asia (likely India or Maritime Southeast Asia); one of the first spices traded along the ancient Spice Route. · Available year-round; fresh harvest in fall. · spices
The underground rhizome of Zingiber officinale, available fresh or dried. One of the most important spices and flavoring agents in world cuisine.
Southeast Asia (likely India or Maritime Southeast Asia); one of the first spices traded along the ancient Spice Route.
Origin
Available year-round; fresh harvest in fall.
Season
Easy
Difficulty
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Category
Flavor Profile
Warmspicypungentand aromatic. Fresh ginger is brighter and citrusy; dried is warmer and earthier.
Storage Tips
Fresh: store unpeeled in fridge for 3 weeks. Dried/powdered: airtight container for 1-2 years.
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How to Cook with Ginger
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Use fresh for stir-fries, curries, and drinks. Use dried in baking and spice blends. Pickled ginger (gari) is a sushi accompaniment.
Best Pairings
garlicsoy saucehoneylemonturmericcoconut milkchililime
Substitutes
For fresh: galangal. For dried: ground ginger or allspice.
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Ginger
Nutrition Highlights
fat
0.8
carbs
17.8
fiber
2
protein
1.8
calories
80
Quick Facts
Categoryspices
OriginSoutheast Asia (likely India or Maritime Southeast Asia); one of the first spices traded along the ancient Spice Route.
SeasonAvailable year-round; fresh harvest in fall.
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Strong anti-nausea, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects. Improves digestion and may reduce blood sugar.
Ginger Photos
4 photos showcasing Ginger in its many forms
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Ginger
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OriginSoutheast Asia (likely India or Maritime Southeast Asia); one of the first spices traded along the ancient Spice Route.
SeasonAvailable year-round; fresh harvest in fall.
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Warmspicypungentand aromatic. Fresh ginger is brighter and citrusy; dried is warmer and earthier.
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