Ginger

Ingredient Profile & Cooking Guide

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💡 Ginger is a fragrant, spicy herb with a warm, zesty flavor. It is widely used in Thai and Asian cuisines to add aroma and depth to dishes, and it helps reduce unwanted odors from meat and seafood.

Choose ginger that is firm and heavy with smooth skin, free from mold or shriveling. The flesh should be light to bright yellow. Young ginger is mild and suitable for stir-fries and soups, while mature ginger has a stronger aroma and is ideal for dry stir-fries. Peel lightly, then slice, julienne, or crush before cooking.

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