Ginger

In addition to its culinary uses, ginger is celebrated for its medicinal properties. Many traditional remedies incorporate this root to combat colds and flu, leveraging its anti-inflammatory effects. Fresh ginger tea is a popular choice for soothing sore throats and alleviating nausea. Beyond the kitchen, it is often found in wellness products, from supplements to skincare. Its versatility makes it a staple in both healthy diets and holistic health practices.

Ginger is native to India and China. It is added to almost all the Indian curries and gravies.
It is an effective digestive aid. It increases the production of digestive fluids and saliva. It is also effective in curing both motion and morning sickness. It helps to relieve arthritis pain and stimulate circulation of the blood, removing toxins from the body, cleansing the bowels and kidneys, and nourishing the skin. It contains a compound called gingerol which helps to lower blood pressure. It is also used in the treatment of asthma and other respiratory problems.

Ginger Recipes

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  Ginger Lemon

  Cooks in 70 minutesDifficulty: Easy

  Discover the refreshing benefits of a ginger lemon drink! This hydrating beverage is perfect for boosting your immune system and aiding digestion.

  Cuisine: Indian, Tamil
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  Inji (Ginger) Kuzhambu

  Cooks in 70 minutesDifficulty: Easy

  This Kuzhambu consists of fresh ginger pieces, coconut, and a blend of spices ground into a paste, all simmered in tamarind juice. It is best served with hot steamed rice and a teaspoon of ghee.

  Cuisine: Indian, Tamil
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  Coconut ginger chutney

  Difficulty: Easy

  Coconut ginger chutney is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in various Indian dishes. Serve with dosa, idli, uttapam, or any other Indian snack or meal.

  Cuisine: Indian, Tamil
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  Ginger Chutney

  Difficulty: Easy

  Ginger chutney is a tangy and spicy condiment made with fresh ginger, spices, and other ingredients. It is commonly used in Indian cuisine as a side dish or accompaniment to various snacks and meals.

  Cuisine: Indian, Tamil
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  Inji (Ginger) Thokku

  Difficulty: Easy

  Ginger thokku is made by grinding ginger along with other ingredients such as tamarind, red chili powder, jaggery, salt, and various spices

  Cuisine: Indian, Tamil
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  Ginger Rice

  Difficulty: Easy

  A flavored rice made with basmati Rice, onion, fresh ginger, saffron and other Indian spices. Serve this rice with any spicy kurma.

  Cuisine: Indian
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  Ginger Gojju

  Difficulty: Easy

  This ginger Gojju goes well with rice dishes or even with chapatti. Toasted bread slices can also be served with this Gojju.

  Cuisine: Indian
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  Ginger Coriander Chutney

  Difficulty: Easy

  This chutney made with ginger (inji) and coriander leaves (kothumalli) is served with idli and dosa. This is also called as inji malli chutney in Tamil.

  Cuisine: Indian, Tamil