Ginger - Ground

Ginger is one of the oldest oriental spices and believed to have originated between northern India and eastern Asia. This knobby, fibrous root has smooth light brown skin and white flesh. The flavor is pungent, tangy, sweet, spicy and warm, with a lemon-like freshness. Ginger is a versatile spice used for savory Asian dishes and Indian curries, as well as a wide variety of baking recipes. European cooks often use ground ginger to flavor gingerbread and other baked goods.