At Souk Marina, we proudly offer premium-quality Ginger, a versatile herb primarily grown in Asia and renowned for both its culinary and medicinal properties. Ginger is an underground stem (rhizome) that can be used in various forms—fresh, powdered, dried, or as an essential oil.
Our carefully sourced Ginger is widely used as a seasoning and condiment, adding a rich, distinctive flavor to countless dishes. Known for its warm, spicy taste, it enhances the flavor profile of everything from savory meals to sweet treats.
Botanical Name : Zingiber officinale
Family : Zingiberaceae
Other Names :
African Ginger, Amomum Zingiber, Ardraka, Black Ginger, Cochin Ginger, Gan Jiang, Gingembre, Gingembre Africain, Gingembre Cochin, Gingembre Indien, Gingembre Jamaïquain, Gingembre Noir.
Forms Of Ginger :
Ginger is usually available in three different forms:
- Fresh Root Ginger
- Preserved Ginger in brine or Syrup
- Dried Ginger Spice.
Fresh Ginger is usually consumed in the area where it is produced, although it is possible to transport fresh roots internationally. Both mature and immature rhizomes are consumed as a fresh vegetable.
Preserved Ginger is only made from immature rhizomes. Most preserved Ginger is exported. Only the youngest most tender stems of ginger should be used.
Dry Ginger spice is produced from the mature rhizome. As the rhizome matures the flavor and aroma becomes much stronger. Dried Ginger can be grinded and used directly as a spice and also for the extraction of ginger oil.
Types of Quality :
- Punja Quality/ Five Finger Quality
- Deluxe Quality
- Semi Deluxe Quality
- A 1 Quality
- Grinding Quality
Product Specification:
| Parameter | Range/Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clean, fibrous, whole dried roots |
| Color | Light brown or pale yellow |
| Shape | Irregular, knobby fingers |
| Length | 4 to 12 cm |
| Diameter | 1 to 3 cm |
| Texture | Hard, rough, and fibrous |
| Moisture Content | 8% to 12% max |
| Foreign Matter | 0.5% to 1% max |
| Impurities | 1% max |
| Damaged/Discolored | 2% max |
| Flavor/Aroma | Strong, pungent, and aromatic |
Chemical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Volatile Oil Content | 1.5% to 2.5% |
| Gingerol Content | 1% to 2.5% |
| Moisture Content | 8% to 12% max |
| Ash Content | 6% max |
| Acid Insoluble Ash | 1.5% max |
| Fiber Content | 4% to 6% max |
