Hailing from a dried root similar to ginger, ground galangal provides a delightful accompaniment in Indonesian or Malaysian dishes. Itâs perfume-like odor makes it easy on the senses, but also agreeable with the palate.
Synonymous with Laos powder, galangal has geographic roots in Indian and southeast Asia. Itâs a common fixture at many Asian markets.
Like many spices from the region, ground galangal is a mainstay in curries, chicken, Vietnamese, and Thai recipes.
Here are some delicious ways to incorporate ground galangal into your next mealâ¦
Indonesian Spicy Eggs â" If you enjoy a little zest in your eggs, this dish is for you. Add about ½ of a teaspoon of ground galangal powder to cloves, onions, sambal, sugar, paprika, butter, lemongrass powder, coconut milk, and chicken bouillon cube, and youâve got a treat on your hands! If you thought you liked Tapatio sauce, you havenât seen anything yet.
Spicy Sardines and Green Bean Stir Fry â" Another Indonesian dish that needs just a hint of dried galangal so as not to be overwhelmed by the aroma. Nonetheless, the slight addition is great for masking the scent of the sardines. Add soy sauce and a hard boiled egg and youâve got a worthy treat on your plate.
Galangal is native to the countries of China and Java.
Southeast Asia remains the best location to grow ground galangal for Burma Spice. Despite the ease with which it could be produced in our own backyards, we never want quality to take a backseat to convenience. Our experience has shown us that the best quality still comes out of that region.
Your ground galangal will be delivered fresh and ready for your next authentic Southeast Asian cuisine!
