
Ginger
Property | Specification |
Color | Yellowish-brown to light tan |
Shape | Irregular, knobby, cylindrical rhizomes |
Size | 5–10 cm in length, 2–4 cm in diameter |
Weight | 30–60 grams per rhizome |
Texture | Smooth when fresh, rough when dried; fibrous |
Taste | Spicy, pungent, slightly sweet |
Smell | Strong, aromatic, and warm |
Surface | Rough, uneven, with small, protruding roots |
Essential Oil Content | 1–3% (responsible for aroma and flavor) |
Moisture Content | 8–12% (for dried ginger) |
Form | Fresh rhizomes, dried, powdered |