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Botanical Name:

Zingiber officinale

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Family:

Zingiberaceae (Ginger family)

 

Commercial Part:

Dried rhizome (ground into powder)

Foreign Name of Spices

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  • Spanish: Jengibre en polvo

  • French: Poudre de gingembre

  • German: Ingwerpulver

  • Swedish: Ingefärspulver

  • Arabic: مسحوق الزنجبيل (Masḥūq al-zanjabīl)

  • Dutch: Gemberpoeder

  • Italian: Polvere di zenzero

  • Portuguese: Pó de gengibre

  • Russian: Имбирный порошок (Imbirnyy poroshok)

  • Japanese: ジンジャーパウダー (Jinjā Paudā)

  • Chinese: 姜粉 (Jiāng fěn)

Ginger Powder

About Me.

Ginger powder is made by drying and grinding the rhizome of the Zingiber officinale plant, one of the most widely used spices in the world. Known for its warm, pungent, and slightly sweet flavor, ginger powder is a staple in kitchens across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and beyond.

 

It has been used for over 3,000 years both as a spice and as a traditional medicine in Ayurveda, Chinese medicine, and herbal therapies.

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Ginger powder adds depth to curries, stews, baked goods, teas, and spice blends. Apart from its culinary value, ginger is celebrated for its medicinal properties — especially its ability to aid digestion, relieve nausea, reduce inflammation, and boost immunity.

Uses

  • Culinary Uses

    • Adds spice and warmth to curries, stir-fries, and soups.

    • Widely used in baking (gingerbread, cakes, cookies, biscuits).

    • Blended into teas, smoothies, and health drinks.

    • Essential in spice mixes like masala chai, curry powders, and marinades.

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  • Medicinal Uses

    • Known for relieving nausea, motion sickness, and morning sickness.

    • Supports digestion and reduces bloating.

    • Contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds that may help with joint pain.

    • Traditionally used to fight colds, sore throats, and improve immunity.

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  • Industrial/Other Uses

    • Incorporated into herbal teas and natural supplements.

    • Used in Ayurveda and aromatherapy formulations.

    • Added to skincare products for its warming and anti-inflammatory effects.

 

Types

  • Fresh Ginger – Used raw in cooking and beverages.

  • Ginger Powder – Ground form for spice blends, baking, and teas.

  • Ginger Extract – Concentrated flavoring for medicines and foods.

  • Ginger Oil – Used in aromatherapy, cosmetics, and herbal remedies.

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