galanga
/ɡəˈlæŋɡə/Definitions
1. noun
a type of rhizome used in Southeast Asian cuisine, particularly in Thai and Indonesian cooking, known for its pungent, spicy flavor and fragrance.
“The chef added sliced galanga to the stir-fry for an authentic Southeast Asian flavor.”
2. noun
a plant of the ginger family, used in traditional medicine.
“The study on galanga’s medicinal properties showed promising results.”