dried ginger

Preserved spicy root

Dried ginger is ginger root that has been dehydrated, used as a spice in cooking and baking.

It comes in various forms—whole pieces, sliced, or ground into powder.

The flavor is more concentrated and sharper than fresh ginger, with warm, peppery notes: The recipe calls for a teaspoon of dried ginger.

Common in spice blends, baked goods, and traditional medicine.

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  • rootUnderground absorbing structure
  • spicePlant-derived food flavoring
  • spice rackCulinary seasoning storage unit
  • powderFine dry particles
  • goldenBright yellow, or precious

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G