News|Articles|April 21, 2025
Galangal vs. Ginger
Fun fact! In terms of flavor, galangal – a mainstay of Indonesian, Malaysian and Thai cuisine – has a citrusy flavor with a bite, and notes of pine, while ginger has more of a spicy and peppery flavor. Click to read more!
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Both galangal and ginger come from the ginger family of roots that also includes cardamom and turmeric. While the two look similar, galangal has a lighter skin and tougher flesh, while ginger is softer and darker. In terms of flavor, galangal – a mainstay of Indonesian, Malaysian and Thai cuisine – has a citrusy flavor with a bite, and notes of pine, while ginger has more of a spicy and peppery flavor.
Source: Masterclass. Galangal vs. Ginger: 4 Ways to Differentiate the Tubers. September 28, 2021.
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