Name: Dried Galangal Roots Other Name: Thai Ginger Or Siamese Ginger, Alpinia Galanga Galangal, Also Known As Siamese Ginger, Is Indeed A Member Of The Ginger Family Known As Zingiberaceae (Zingy!). The Best Way To Use Dried Galangal Is In Liquids Like Soups And Sauces, Where The Dried Galangals Flavor Can Infuse Into The Dish.

For Curry Pastes, Its Peeled And Chopped, Then Ground With The Other Paste Ingredients. You Can Also Soak The Dried Galangal In Water First For 30 Minutes Or Until Softened. The Taste Of The Dried Slices Galangal Once Rehydrated Approaches That Of The Freshness. Galangal Has A Strong, Aromatic, Punchy Flavor That Can Be Overwhelming, So Use The Root Sparingly. Recipe For Galangal Tea:

• In A Saucepan, Combine The Water And Galangal.
• Bring The Water To A Boil.
• Reduce The Heat And Cook For Up To 20 Minutes.
• Strain The Roots And Serve The Tea