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GINGER POWDER
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Description:
Ginger is the underground stem of a herbaceous plant. The stem or rhizome of ginger is harvested when it is more fibrous and mature if it is to be dried.
How to select:
Dry ginger powder has a pale yellow ochre appearance and a harsh and pungent aroma. It is also called "Soonth".
Use:
It is sprinkled on top of milk before boiling to prevent it from curdling. A mixture of dry ginger, sugar and cardamom is given as "Prasad" to devotees in Indian temples.
How to store:
store it in a airtight container in a cool dry place.
Health benefits:
Ginger represents the ultimate in healthy eating. It is said to warm the internal organs, ease depression, and cure ailments from colds to nausea.
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