While all species of galangal are closely related to common ginger, each is unique in its own right. Due to their unique taste and 'hotness' profiles, the individual varieties are usually …

Nov 14, 2019 · Galangal root is a spice that's closely related to ginger and turmeric. This article reviews galangal root's benefits and safety, as well as how it compares with ginger and turmeric.

Sep 4, 2024 · Galangal is a spice in the Zingiberaceae (ginger) family, which also includes ginger and turmeric. It’s a rhizome, an underground plant stem that expels roots and shoots from the …

Jan 23, 2020 · Galangal, part of the ginger family, is a savory and spicy herb originating from Thailand and China. It’s one of the only flavors to add spice without the presence of capsaicin.

Dec 3, 2025 · Galangal is a spice in the ginger family that may help improve brain function and prevent inflammation. It is commonly used in many South Asian recipes.

Dec 13, 2025 · Galangal (*Alpinia galanga*) is a rhizome spice from the ginger family, fundamental to Southeast Asian cooking. It delivers a sharp, citrus-pine flavor distinct from …

Jun 25, 2025 · Discover the powerful health benefits, nutrition facts, and potential side effects of galangal. Learn how to eat it, who should or shouldn’t consume it, and explore its many uses …

Galangal is the spice produced from the rhizomes of two tropical evergreen herbs in the ginger family. Greater galangal is more popular for cooking, and lesser galangal is more often used in …

Sep 17, 2025 · Galangal (Alpinia galanga), often called “Thai ginger,” is a fragrant rhizome used in Southeast Asian cooking and traditional medicine.

Sep 18, 2023 · Galangal is ginger's more citrusy cousin, a rhizome used often in Asian, Southeast Asian, and Indian cooking. It's peppery and spicy with a zesty bite and a hint of pine.