Introduction: Ginger powder is obtained by pulverizing dried ripe fruits of Zingiber officinale. India produced ginger powder which is fine-ground, light yellow renowned for its subtle lemon like aroma and sharp, biting flavor.

History: Ginger has a long history in India where they used it in many kind of dishes. Powdered Ginger is been used by the Europeans for baking ginger flavored breads, cakes and for other sweet snacks.

Making Process: To make ginger powder the fresh Ginger is collected, cleaned to remove the physical impurities, like adhered soil and dirt. Now it is sliced then dried and prepared to pulverize it. Ginger is gounded to 40mesh size to obtain its powdered form, then fumigated if neccessary. Ginger powder is packed with aseptic measures for storage and transportation.

1. Powdered Ginger adds great flavor to various food items as in Indian spice blends of vegetarian and meat dishes, Chinese stir fry, marinades, pickles, Japanese rice dishes, mulled wine and vegetable stews.

2. Ginger powder is used as a food flavoring agent and in pharmaceutical preparations.

3. Ginger powder is used as an anti-emetic in case of motion sickness and morning sickness.

4. Ginger powder also has the effect against sore throat, phlegm, running nose and sinusitis.

5. Powder Ginger is also used in case of diarrhea.

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