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