Organic
Greater Galanga
Kulanjan · Thai Ginger
कुलंजन · Alpinia galanga
- Origin:
- Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andaman Islands
- Flavour:
- Citrusy, piney, slightly peppery and sharper than ginger
Thai CuisineAyurvedicExportRare
About Greater Galanga
Greater Galanga looks similar to ginger but has a distinctly different, more complex flavour — citrusy, piney and sharper. Essential to Thai, Indonesian and Malaysian cuisines. Also an important Ayurvedic herb brought to medieval Europe by Arab traders as a gourmet spice.
Health Benefits
- Galangin and kaempferol — potent anti-inflammatory and antifungal flavonoids
- Used in Ayurveda for respiratory conditions, coughs and hoarseness
- Demonstrated antibacterial activity against multiple pathogen types
- Antioxidant properties protect against cellular oxidative damage
Culinary & Industrial Uses
- Essential in Thai Tom Kha Gai (coconut soup) and curry pastes
- Indonesian and Malaysian rendang, satay and rijsttafel preparations
- Traditional Indian Siddha medicine preparations for respiratory health
- Galangal essential oil in aromatherapy and perfumery
Processing & Grades
Rhizomes cleaned, sliced and dried. Available whole dried, sliced, powdered or as essential oil. Certified for pharmaceutical applications.
