Torch ginger

Etlingera elatior

flower · herb

The pink bud of a giant ginger, sliced raw into laksa and rice salads: tangy, floral, slightly peppery.

Origin

Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Indonesia)

Season (United States)

all year round

Preparation

The damaged outer bracts are removed and the bud sliced very thinly, raw, just before serving; it is not cooked.

Molecules

In small amounts, not counted Anthocyanins

Did you know?

The plant reaches five meters, and the flower rises straight from the ground on a stalk.