Ginger

Season: Available all year round, with young ginger peaking in the rainy season.
Flavor: Piquant, spicy, and warm with a refreshing citrus-like aroma and a slightly woody undertone.

Primary uses:
Culinary Essential: A key ingredient in stir-fries (like Ginger with Chicken), curries, and seafood dishes to remove unwanted odors.
Beverages: Brewed into a soothing tea, blended into juices, or used in "Ginger Ale" and kombucha.
Pickled: Thinly sliced and pickled (Gari) as a palate cleanser for sushi.
Baking: Essential for gingerbread, cookies, and spiced cakes.

Benefits:
Digestive Aid: Famous for relieving nausea, motion sickness, and improving overall digestion.
Anti-Inflammatory: Contains Gingerol, a powerful substance that helps reduce muscle pain and soreness.
Immune Support: Its warming effect helps fight off the common cold and soothes sore throats.
Circulation Boost: Helps improve blood flow and can help lower blood sugar levels.