Ginger: The seasonal superfood boosting health and flavour
It goes unnoticed for the rest of the year, but during the fall and winter months of bad weather and various colds, it quickly regains popularity. It's worth adding it to your shopping cart. You won't have to spend much, and your body will appreciate it.
29 October 2024 12:03
It's an essential ingredient in many Asian dishes, but it often ends up in health-boosting infusions in Canada. The unassuming ginger root is a natural immune booster when everyone can use extra help. Although it cannot be cultivated in our climate, it can easily be found in any supermarket.
The best spice for fall
Ginger is known for its distinctive sharp and spicy flavour. The root has been used for centuries as a culinary spice and potent remedy. It owes its popularity primarily to its health properties.
Ginger is a source of many valuable nutrients. It contains vitamins A, C, E, K, and those from the B group, as well as essential minerals such as phosphorus, potassium, calcium, and iron. Regular consumption of ginger may strengthen the immune system due to its antibacterial and antiviral properties. It is also often used as an effective remedy against colds and other infections.
Ginger also supports metabolism, reducing appetite and limiting cravings for sweet snacks. It's worth using when you experience stomach issues such as heartburn or nausea. One of the key active ingredients in ginger is gingerol, which is responsible for its spicy taste. Gingerol has strong anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
What does ginger pair with?
Ginger is a healthy and tasty spice that works well in both savoury and sweet dishes. It is excellent for seasoning pumpkin soup, adding an oriental flavour to meat marinades, enhancing the taste of sauces or stewed vegetables, and adding a hint of spice to sweet baked goods. It can also be used as a base for drinks to boost health.
Ginger drink for immunity
It's beneficial to incorporate during the cold season into your daily diet. Warming infusions will help combat the first symptoms of illness. Ginger works well as an addition to golden milk with turmeric or as the base for a simple, healthy infusion.
Ingredients:
- 1 litre of water,
- 4-5 cm of fresh ginger root,
- 1 lemon,
- 4 tablespoons of honey,
- a pinch of cinnamon.
Preparation:
- Peel the ginger and cut it into thin slices.
- Cover the ginger with 1 litre of water and bring it to a boil.
- Squeeze the juice from the lemon.
- Add cinnamon to the water.
- Remove the pot from the heat and cover it with a lid. Let it steep for 15-20 minutes.
- Strain the drink through a sieve, and add honey and lemon juice. Stir until the honey dissolves.
Pour the warm ginger drink into a glass and enjoy. You can have it every day. Enjoy!
