It is a member of the ginger (Zingiberaceae) family. It is used in many Asian recipes. It is one of the most expensive spices by weight, but little is needed to impart flavour. In traditional south Asian medicine it has been used for mouth and throat infections.
It is a member of the ginger (Zingiberaceae) family. It is used in many Asian recipes. It is one of the most expensive spices by weight, but little is needed to impart flavour. In traditional south Asian medicine it has been used for mouth and throat infections.