Wild Ginger powder

Ginger is an ancient plant that belongs to the Zingiberacea family, which includes the rhizomes of Ginger and Galanga.

Originally from India, ginger is one of the first spices to be imported into Europe, by the spice route from the 1st century BC. Used in Ancient Egypt to mummify bodies, it was widely used in cooking by the Greeks and Romans and for its benefits in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine.

The variety of Wild Ginger that we offer is recognized under the botanical name Kaempferia Galangal Linn. It is very rare and exclusive to find a wild species of Ginger which is now mainly cultivated in hot tropical areas.

Widely used in cooking, Wild Ginger is a powerful spice with a fresh, peppery flavor and pungent citrus notes. The intense aromas of our Wild Ginger will awaken your taste buds!

Our Wild Ginger was collected in the forests of Preah Vihear Province in northern Cambodia. Known for its magnificent temple, erected during the Khmer Empire and now classified as a Unesco heritage site, the province of Preah Vihear is located in the extreme north of Cambodia, on the border with Thailand. Our pickers spend several days in the forest, at the end of the rainy season, to collect the wild ginger roots. They are then brought to La Plantation to be selected and dehydrated.

The Wild Ginger powder was produced immediately after harvesting. It is for you a pledge of quality that you can appreciate by opening the bag. The rhizomes, freshly collected, have been processed and dehydrated at low temperature to preserve the power of their aromas.

This meticulous processing method preserves not only the intense flavour of wild ginger, but also its nutritional properties. Low-temperature dehydration ensures that the bioactive compounds and beneficial nutrients remain intact, resulting in a high-quality end product. Opening the sachet reveals a concentrate of authentic flavours and aromas, ready to enhance your dishes with the freshness and power of wild ginger. Whether for cooking, seasoning or infusing, this dehydrated version offers a practical solution without compromising the quality of this culinary treasure.

With its powerful, fragrant notes, ginger goes well with all your dishes, from starters to desserts.

The aromas of our Wild Ginger are powerful. We advise you to add it to your dishes as you go along and according to the taste you wish to give to your preparation. It is necessary to count approximately half a teaspoon of Wild Ginger for a dish for two people.

Ginger is your best ally in the kitchen: with its powerful and fragrant notes, it goes well with all your dishes from appetizer to dessert.

Its energizing virtues are also a plus for your health and will be revealed in a fruit juice or smoothies or mixed with lemon juice.

Ginger deliciously flavors seafood: crab, shrimp, fish, lobster, seafood. But it also goes well with meats in marinade or during their cooking (curries, tagines, chicken broths).

For a chicken or shrimp soup with coconut milk (Tom Kha Gai), you can add Lemongrass powder, Galanga, Combava leaves. In a few minutes, you will find the flavors of your trip to Cambodia.

If you like the taste of Ginger, you will not hesitate to use it with your vegetables, soups, sauces, dressings or mayonnaise.

In dessert, Ginger is irresistible for all your sweet or chocolate preparations. Add to gingerbread, shortbread, madeleines, pear compotes, fruit sautéed in butter, in a chocolate mousse or on a strawberry salad…

Rich in active ingredients and various nutrients, ginger has many health benefits. For a morning boost, we recommend mixing Ginger and Turmeric powder with freshly ground Black Kampot Pepper.

Put these spices in a jar of honey and take a spoonful of this beneficial and invigorating blend every morning. This combination offers a synergy of beneficial elements: Ginger, known for its anti-inflammatory and digestive properties, Turmeric, which is thought to have powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and Black Kampot Pepper, which promotes the absorption of curcuminoids, the active compounds in turmeric.

As well as boosting your immune system, this preparation could help boost your energy and improve your digestion. Make this morning ritual part of your daily routine to reap the full benefits of these natural spices. However, it’s always advisable to consult a health professional before adopting any new dietary supplements, especially if you have any specific medical concerns.

To store Wild Ginger powder, pour the inner sachet into the food-safe kraft tube and remove the oxygen absorber. You can keep it in a cool, dry place, away from light and moisture.

Transferring the wild ginger powder from the sachet to the food-grade kraft tube is a crucial step in ensuring optimum protection against the elements. As well as providing an effective barrier against light, the kraft tube offers additional protection against moisture, preserving the flavour and quality of this precious spice.

Don’t forget to remove the oxygen absorber, as this helps to maintain freshness by preventing oxidation of the wild ginger powder. By following these simple steps and storing the tube in the right conditions, you can be sure to fully appreciate the aromatic richness of wild ginger in all your culinary preparations.