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Ginger root

Ginger root is an aromatic rhizome used to add warm, pungent flavor to savory dishes, sweets, and beverages.

Ginger root — illustrative ingredient image

About Ginger root

Ginger root is the common culinary name for the ginger rhizome, used as a whole or cut ingredient in curries, stir-fries, soups, sauces, marinades, baked foods, sweets, and beverages. It may be peeled or left unpeeled before use.

The rhizome has a fresh, pungent, warm aroma with peppery and citrus-like notes. Its pale yellow flesh can be crisp and juicy in younger pieces or firmer and more fibrous in mature ones; crushing or heating intensifies its aromatic expression.

Ginger root is sold as a knobbly, branching piece with thin tan skin and pale flesh. It may be sliced, grated, minced, pounded, or juiced, and is also available dried or preserved; these forms change moisture, texture, concentration, and flavour.

Ingredient type
whole food

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ginger root

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Ginger root nutrition & diet

Ginger root nutritional value

Ginger root, raw

Per 100 g of the edible portion in the recorded food form.

Calories
80kcal
Protein
1.8g
Carbs
17.8g
Fat
0.8g

Reference values for the specific food form shown. Other varieties, brands and preparations can differ.

Portions & preparation

Confirm that “ginger root” refers to the fresh edible rhizome, not dried powder, preserved ginger, or a beverage concentrate. Match peeled or unpeeled use and the preparation method. Record additions such as syrup, vinegar, oil, salt, or sugar, since preserved and cooked forms are distinct catalogue items.

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Diet considerations

Fresh ginger root is plant-origin rhizome. Plain use differs from pickled, candied, syruped, or bottled preparations that may contain sugar, honey, alcohol, or other additives. Ginger-containing sauces, baked goods, and drinks may include dairy, eggs, cereal ingredients, or coatings. Portion and the surrounding recipe determine dietary context.

AI-authored reading notes · Awaiting editorial review. Measured values, where available, have a separate source above.

Dietary compatibility

  • Vegan
    Typically compatible
  • Vegetarian
    Typically compatible
  • Pescatarian
    Typically compatible
  • Keto
    Depends on the version
  • Paleo
    Typically compatible
  • Low-carb
    Depends on the version
  • Halal
    Not established
  • Kosher
    Not established
What these diet assessments mean
Vegan · Typically compatible
The plain ingredient profile is plant, fungal or mineral based. Added ingredients in a prepared product need a separate check.
Vegetarian · Typically compatible
The plain ingredient profile is plant, fungal or mineral based. Added ingredients in a prepared product need a separate check.
Pescatarian · Typically compatible
The plain ingredient profile is plant, fungal or mineral based. Added ingredients in a prepared product need a separate check.
Keto · Depends on the version
Compatibility depends on the portion and preparation. A sourced carbohydrate amount for a defined serving is not available.
Paleo · Typically compatible
The plain form fits the conventional paleo food groups. Added ingredients and individual interpretations can differ.
Low-carb · Depends on the version
Compatibility depends on the portion and preparation. A sourced carbohydrate amount for a defined serving is not available.
Halal · Not established
Sourcing, processing and any applicable certification have not been verified. A food name alone does not establish halal status.
Kosher · Not established
Sourcing, processing and any applicable certification have not been verified. A food name alone does not establish kosher status.

For the plain ingredient · Awaiting review. Diet compatibility is not allergy suitability or halal/kosher certification. Keto and low-carb depend on the portion.

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Sources & review

Nutrition reference: USDA FoodData Central — Ginger root, raw ↗. Values are scaled from 100 g of the recorded edible form. Individual portions have no assumed fixed weight.

Expanded overview, name examples and nutrition notes are database drafts awaiting editorial review. Numeric nutrition values, where shown, have their own source and food-form reference.

The ingredient description and dish connections come from the draft catalogue and may change after review.

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