Ingredient

Thai Ginger

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Thai ginger is primarily used as a flavoring agent in foods, adding a distinct …

What it is

Thai ginger, also known as galangal, is a rhizome native to Southeast Asia. It is closely related to ginger and turmeric and has a pungent, spicy flavor with notes of pine and citrus. It is commonly used fresh, dried, or powdered in Southeast Asian cuisine.

Why it's used

Thai ginger is primarily used as a flavoring agent in foods, adding a distinct spicy and aromatic quality. It is a key ingredient in many Thai, Indonesian, and Malaysian dishes, including curries, soups, stir-fries, and marinades.

Health notes

Thai ginger is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food flavoring. Scientific bodies like the WHO/IARC and EFSA have not specifically evaluated Thai ginger for its safety as a food additive. Research suggests that compounds in galangal may have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, but more studies are needed to confirm these effects in humans at typical dietary intake levels.

Allergen info

Thai ginger is not one of the nine major allergens identified by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Thai Ginger

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LIDL Mild Thai Green Curry Cooking Sauce, Mild Thai Green Curry Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 102kcal 0.9Protein 7.1Fat 8.8Carbs

VITASIA Thai Yellow Curry Paste, Thai Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces —kcal 6.7Protein 0Fat 20Carbs

LIDL Medium Thai Red Curry Cooking Sauce With Creamed Coconut & Red Peppers, Medium Thai Red Curry With Creamed Coconut & Red Peppers Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 106kcal 0.9Protein 7.1Fat 8.8Carbs Blik, Inc. Green Curry Paste Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces High in sodium — 75% DV per serving 140kcal 2.3Protein 5.8Fat 20.9Carbs Dulcich, Inc. Thai Curry Soup Other Soups High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 94kcal 2.9Protein 6.5Fat 5.7Carbs Simply Asia Foods, Inc. Thai Kitchen, Simmer Sauce, Green Curry, Green Curry Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces High in sodium — 41% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 75kcal 0.8Protein 5Fat 6.7Carbs Blik, Inc. Red Curry Paste Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces High in sodium — 71% DV per serving 163kcal 4.7Protein 5.8Fat 23.3Carbs

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. Thai-Style Chicken Fried Rice, Green Curry Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 42% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 173kcal 5.8Protein 3.5Fat 29.5Carbs Simply Asia Foods, Inc. Red Curry Paste Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 133kcal 6.7Protein 3.3Fat 20Carbs

Simply Asia Foods, Inc. Med Hot & Sour Rice Noodle Soup Bowl, Med Hot & Sour Other Soups High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 382kcal 5.9Protein 5.9Fat 76.5Carbs Simply Asia Foods, Inc. Thai Ginger Rice Noodle Soup Bowl, Thai Ginger Other Soups High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 382kcal 5.9Protein 4.4Fat 76.5Carbs Simply Asia Foods, Inc. Thai Kitchen, Red Curry Sauce Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces High in sodium — 39% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 75kcal 0.8Protein 5Fat 5.8Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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