How to Identify and Classify Galangal Roots
  • 1. What is the primary family that galangal belongs to?
A) Solanaceae (Nightshade Family)
B) Lamiaceae (Mint Family)
C) Zingiberaceae (Ginger Family)
D) Apiaceae (Carrot Family)
  • 2. Which of the following is a key identifying feature of galangal root compared to ginger?
A) Brighter yellow color
B) More knobby shape
C) Smoother skin
D) Rougher skin
  • 3. What is the typical color of the inside flesh of galangal?
A) Dark Brown
B) Deep Red
C) Pale Yellow to White
D) Bright Orange
  • 4. What is the dominant aroma associated with galangal roots?
A) Earthy and Musty
B) Sweet and Floral
C) Citrusy and Piney
D) Strongly Ginger-like
  • 5. How does the texture of galangal root compare to ginger?
A) Slimier Texture
B) Tougher and Woodier
C) Softer and More Succulent
D) Identical in Texture
  • 6. Which type of galangal is also known as 'Greater Galangal'?
A) Alpinia galanga
B) Zingiber officinale
C) Kaempferia galanga
D) Curcuma longa
  • 7. What is the common name for Kaempferia galanga?
A) Lesser Galangal
B) Blue Ginger
C) Thai Ginger
D) Turmeric
  • 8. What is the general size difference between Greater and Lesser Galangal roots?
A) Size depends entirely on growing conditions
B) They are generally the same size
C) Greater is larger
D) Lesser is larger
  • 9. How are galangal roots typically prepared before use?
A) Sliced or crushed
B) Eaten raw
C) Peeled and grated
D) Boiled whole
  • 10. What distinct taste sets galangal apart from ginger?
A) Earthy, herbal, and slightly peppery
B) Bitter and astringent
C) Strongly sweet
D) Almost tasteless
  • 11. What is the best way to store galangal root to maintain freshness?
A) In the freezer unwrapped
B) Refrigerated in a plastic bag
C) At room temperature in direct sunlight
D) Submerged in water
  • 12. Which form of galangal is often found dried and powdered?
A) Only Greater Galangal
B) Only Lesser Galangal
C) Both Greater and Lesser
D) Galangal is never powdered
  • 13. What part of the galangal plant is typically used for culinary purposes?
A) Rhizome (root)
B) Flowers
C) Leaves
D) Stems
  • 14. What dishes frequently include galangal as a key ingredient?
A) Jams and preserves
B) Cakes and pastries
C) Salads and dressings
D) Soups, curries, and stir-fries
  • 15. Which of these characteristics does NOT help identify Alpinia galanga?
A) Pale white to yellowish flesh
B) Tough, fibrous texture
C) Smooth skin
D) Very pungent, camphor-like aroma
  • 16. What aroma is more pronounced in Kaempferia galanga compared to Alpinia galanga?
A) Lemon aroma
B) Spicy aroma
C) Camphoraceous aroma
D) Earthy aroma
  • 17. The rhizomes of galangal grow in what way?
A) Vertically downward
B) Vertically upward
C) In the branches of trees
D) Horizontally underground
  • 18. Compared to ginger, galangal contains a higher amount of what?
A) Dietary Fiber
B) Water
C) Sugar
D) Gingerol
  • 19. Which climate is most suitable for growing galangal?
A) Desert
B) Alpine
C) Tropical
D) Arctic
  • 20. How do you differentiate fresh galangal from old galangal?
A) There is no visual difference
B) Fresh is softer
C) Old is always brighter
D) Fresh is firmer
  • 21. Is galangal hotter or milder than ginger?
A) The same
B) Milder
C) Depends on the variety
D) Hotter
  • 22. Which part of Asia is galangal primarily cultivated?
A) West Asia
B) Southeast Asia
C) North Asia
D) Central Asia
  • 23. What is a key identifying feature when cutting galangal root?
A) Lack of any fibers
B) Soft, watery texture
C) Fibrous texture
D) Brittle texture
  • 24. Which common spice is most often mistaken for galangal?
A) Cumin
B) Ginger
C) Turmeric
D) Coriander
  • 25. What is the scientific name for sand ginger?
A) Zingiber officinale
B) Alpinia galanga
C) Curcuma longa
D) Kaempferia galanga
  • 26. Which soil type is best for galangal?
A) Clay soil
B) Sandy soil
C) Rocky soil
D) Well-draining soil
  • 27. What is the light requirement for growing galangal?
A) Partial shade
B) Full shade
C) Full sun
D) Artificial light only
  • 28. What is the best way to distinguish galangal rhizomes from turmeric?
A) Size alone
B) Shape alone
C) Smell and texture
D) Color alone
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