Ginger

Ginger is native to India and China. The dried root of a tropical plant, the root is also used crystallised, candied and fresh. The plant from which this comes is light reddish and yellow. It can be found in curries, Chinese food, ginger snaps, spice cakes and ginger beer.

Ginger has a fiery and pungent flavour, is a pale sand coloured spice and has a hint of lemon in its’ aroma. It is refreshingly sharp.

Ginger is ideally used in stir-fried dishes, curries, fish, poultry, meat, cakes and biscuits.

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Ginger is also important in chutneys, pickles, jams and sweet preserves.