Fresh ginger root imparts a pungent, hot and spicy taste to many dishes.
Ginger root is also used in baking, confectionery and certain liquors.
This extremely versatile root is known for its popularity in Oriental and Indian cooking.
The Chinese, Japanese, and East Indians use ginger root in many forms, including grated and ground. Grown in Jamaica, Brazil, India, Africa, China, and Thailand. Ginger root is a gnarled and knobby root that has a tan skin and a pale yellow-green to ivory flesh.
