galangal

/ɡəˈlæŋɡəl/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of rhizome used in Southeast Asian and Indian cooking, similar to ginger but with a more intense flavor and aroma

“The chef added sliced galangal to the Thai curry for an authentic flavor.”

Synonyms

  • ginger
  • turmeric

Antonyms

  • black pepper
  • cayenne pepper