# Galangal

## Product Snapshot
- Botanical Name: ALPINIA GALANGA
- Categories: Other Botanicals
- Origin Countries: Indonesia
- Origin Regions: Not specified
- HTML page: https://www.gvi.co.id/product/galangal
- Image: https://www.gvi.co.id/assets/img/products/galangal.jpg

## Description
Galangal, also known as Laos root, Kah, Galanga or Siamese ginger, comes from the Rhizome family. Being from the same family as ginger, it looks similar but tastes different. Galangal has a sharp peppery, almost citrusy flavor.

Besides adding the zing to Asian cuisine, it has many medicinal usages. It helps lower blood pressure. It can be used as an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, as well as a pain reliever, too.

## Available Grades
- Whole
- Sliced

## Interesting Facts
Galangal been regarded as 'the miracle root' to strengthen weak hearts!

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