ginger
Fresh ginger is rich in vitamin C and manganese, while providing bioactive compounds including gingerol and shogaol, which possess anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Both fresh and dried forms support digestive health and may aid in nausea relief.
About
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is a rhizomatous perennial plant native to Southeast Asia, with a thick, knobby underground stem that serves as the culinary ingredient. The rhizome features pale golden to tan skin with fibrous strands, pale yellow flesh, and a distinctive spicy, warm flavor profile with subtle citrus and peppery notes. Young ginger, harvested 8-10 months after planting, is tender with thin skin and milder heat; mature ginger, harvested after 10-12 months, has thicker skin and more concentrated pungency due to higher concentrations of gingerol and shogaol compounds. Fresh ginger is distinct from ground dried ginger, which develops deeper, slightly sweeter flavor notes through moisture loss and compound transformation.
Culinary Uses
Ginger is fundamental to Asian cuisines, particularly Chinese, Japanese, and Indian cooking, where it functions as both aromatic base and finishing seasoning. Fresh ginger is minced, sliced, or grated into stir-fries, soups, marinades, and curries; it is also pickled (as in gari, Japanese sushi accompaniment) or candied. Ground dried ginger appears in spice blends, baked goods, beverages (tea, ginger ale), and marinades. The rhizome pairs exceptionally with garlic, soy sauce, citrus, and chili. Its warming properties make it valued in traditional medicine and herbal preparations, while its digestive benefits support its role in various culinary traditions.
Recipes Using ginger (632)
Acapulco Chicken
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Acapulco Chicken II
Not your everyday chicken recipe, this dish was inspired by the distinctive and appetizing flavor combinations of the Caribbean. Serve over white or brown rice. I prepared this tonight and it came out great. Roger.
African Beef and Vegetable Soup
The stock for African Beef and Vegetable Soup can be made with anything from Lamb shanks to fish or other seafood.
African Ginger Cake
African Ginger Cake from the Recidemia collection
Akotonshi
Stuffed crab
Alitcha Birsen
Alitcha Birsen from the Recidemia collection
Allo Samosa
Samosa is a fovourite tea time snack. The pastry is made from flour and fat and is filled with a mixture of potatoes and spices. Other vegetables can be added to Potato mixture.
Allspice Pumpkin Bread
Allspice Pumpkin Bread from the Recidemia collection
Almond-Flax Granola
This recipe yields 2 quarts.
Almond Fruit Salad
Makes 4 servings.
Ame Hnat
Ame Hnat (Dry Beef curry) is a popular Burmese main dish and is best served with white rice.
American Traditional Pumpkin Pie
American Traditional Pumpkin Pie
Amhari Mesir Wat
This recipe is common to the Ethiopian Jews (Phalashi). My understanding is that these are NOT unique to them.
Angolan Vegetarian Soup
Angolan Vegetarian Soup from the Recidemia collection
Anis-Ginger Tea
Apple Pie Spice
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Apricot Beef Bake
An easy one-dish stew. Can be made ahead and frozen.
Apricot-glazed Salmon
Apricot-Glazed Salmon from the Public Health Cookbook by the Seattle & King County Department of Public Health—original source of recipe, public domain government resource Serves: 4
Apricot Preserves Glaze
This recipe came from an estate sale. It was obtained when the family collection was purchased from the Burnett Estate in Terrell, Texas in 1981.
Aquarius Red Lentil Dal
Always check the ingredients to make sure the product is vegan.
Aromatic Rice Salad with Mango Chutney
Makes 8 servings.
Asian Chicken and Cabbage
: 4
Asian Fish
* Source: Mr. Food Every Day's a Holiday Diabetic Cookbook * Yield: 4 servings
Asian Grilled Duck Breasts
A Mandarin orange glaze adds a nice charred crust to the duck seasoned with Asian spices.
Asian Noodle Mushroom and Cabbage Salad
Description
Asian Noodles
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Asian-style Green Beans with Cashews
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Atchara
Pickled unripe papaya.
Avocado Zucchini Soup
Vitamin E-rich avocado makes this soup creamy and rich-tasting.
Ayam Goreng Kuning
This is a recipe for , the traditional fried chicken dish popular in Indonesia. As with most Indonesian poultry recipes, free-range chicken gives the best results. Cut the chicken as you would normally cut chicken for frying.
Ayam Goreng Kuning
This is a recipe for , the traditional fried chicken dish popular in Indonesia. As with most Indonesian poultry recipes, free-range chicken gives the best results. Cut the chicken as you would normally cut chicken for frying.
Azumaya Potstickers
Azumaya Potstickers from the Recidemia collection
Badam Pasinda
Badam Pasinda from the Recidemia collection
Bahamian Carrot Cake
Bahamian Carrot Cake from the Recidemia collection
Bahamian Striped Bass
The Scotch bonnet pepper is a favorite in the Caribbean. It is a very, very hot chile so be careful with it. If you can't find one try a Habanero chile instead.
Baked Beans à la Crockpot
Baked Beans à la Crockpot from the Recidemia collection
Balinese-style Fish
* Serves 5
Bami Goreng
There are as many recipes for Bami Goreng as there are people to make them. This is an Indonesian dish that's traditional to Holland. This is my version and I hope you enjoy it.
Banana Chutney
Banana Chutney from the Recidemia collection
Barbados Sweet Potatoes
Barbados Sweet Potatoes from the Recidemia collection
Barbecued Chicken Spicy Southern-style
Barbecued Chicken Spicy Southern-style from the Recidemia collection
Bar-B-Que Marinade
Bar-B-Que Marinade from the Recidemia collection
Basic Muffins I
Recipe by: McCougall Preparation time: 0:45
Basmati Rice with Nuts and Dried Fruit
Basmati Rice with Nuts and Dried Fruit from the Recidemia collection
Bastilla
Bastilla is a traditional Moroccan dish and is usually served as an appetizer. The exotic taste makes this a favorite!
BBQ Pressure Cooker Chicken
Here's a winning recipe that combines my 2 favorite cooking methods. Pressure cooker and grilling! Can't wait till spring to start my grilling again.
BBQ Sauce II
I found this recipe in Consumer Reports last year. It's really good. One of the readers uses all dark molasses, more cayenne, orange zest instead of marmalade, and no liquid smoke for his.
Beans and Bamboo Shoots
Beans and Bamboo Shoots from the Recidemia collection
Bean Soup Mix
Makes 4 soup mixes of 6 servings.
Beef Asian-style
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