Dried Lesser Galangal Rhizome (Gao Liang Jiang) | (500g)

About

Dried Lesser Galangal Rhizome (Gao Liang Jiang) is a member of the ginger family native to Thailand and other parts of southeast Asia. The root of galanga is usually denser and more knobby than the ginger root.

Much like Ginger, they are a warming and carminative herb. 

Traditionally, these are also naturally rich in potential minerals. 

Potential Benefits

Naturally Warming: Gao Liang Jiang is traditionally used in potentially warming infusions and soups, often enjoyed during colder months or as part of a balanced diet.

Digestive Comfort: Lesser galangal is commonly used in traditional preparations that could help maintain digestive balance.

Invigorating and Restorative: Gao Liang Jiang has long been included in warming blends, often used to potentially promote a sense of vitality and well-being.

Circulatory Support: Often enjoyed in teas and soups, this warming ingredient has been valued in traditional practices for its potentially stimulating properties.

Potential Goodness: Lesser galangal is known for its rich, aromatic flavour and potentially nutrient-rich compounds.

Why Choose Vita?

At Vita Herbal Nutrition, we are committed to providing you with the highest quality herbs, carefully selected to support your objectives and enhance your favourite dishes.

Our herbs are 100% free from sulphur treatment. Many in the industry use sulphur to improve the appearance and shelf life of their herbs, but this can compromise their natural composition and may cause allergic reactions in some individuals.

We source only DaoDi-grown Chinese herbs from clean, sustainable environments, ensuring purity, potency, and sustainability. Our long-standing relationships with suppliers since 2010 enable us to select herbs grown in the ideal regions, harvested at the perfect time for maximum potency.

With cutting-edge processing techniques, we preserve the natural benefits of each herb, offering supplements of the highest quality.

FAQ

How is Gao Liang Jiang traditionally used?
It is commonly brewed into teas, added to soups, or used as a warming ingredient in traditional preparations.

What does dried lesser galangal taste like?
It has a spicy, peppery flavour with earthy undertones, similar to ginger but with a more intense aroma.

Can Gao Liang Jiang be used in tea?
Certainly, steeping dried lesser galangal in hot water creates a warming infusion often enjoyed in traditional practices.

Is lesser galangal naturally warming?
Yes, it is traditionally believed to have the potential to be a warming ingredient, particularly in colder weather.

Can lesser galangal be used in cooking?
It could be added to soups, stews, and spice blends for its aromatic and potentially warming properties.