Ginger
"Spicing up your cuisine worldwide"
Fresh, versatile, and aromatic root spice enhancing flavors in various cuisines
Also known as
Zingiber officinale, Common Ginger, Culinary Ginger, Asian Ginger
Botanical name
Zingiber officinale
Product Details
PLU Code
4612
4-digit conventional code
Category
Vegetables
Ginger Root › All Sizes
Origin
Native to Southeast Asia with major producers in India, China, and Indonesia
Temperature
10-15°C (50-59°F)
Shelf Life
14-21 days
Status
Approved
About Ginger
Highly valued for its medicinal properties and flavor. Requires controlled atmosphere, high humidity, and refrigeration during transportation to maintain freshness
Nutrition Information
Ginger is low in calories and rich in nutrients, per 100 grams of fresh ginger the nutrition facts are approximately
energy 80 kilocalories
protein 1.8 grams
fat 0.7 grams
carbohydrates 17.8 grams
dietary fiber 2 grams
sugars 1.7 grams
sodium 11 milligrams
potassium 415 milligrams
vitamin A 10 micrograms
vitamin B6 0.1 milligrams
vitamin C 3.2 milligrams
vitamin E 0.2 milligrams
vitamin K 15 micrograms
folate 11 micrograms
magnesium 43 milligrams
manganese 0.2 milligrams
copper 0.3 milligrams
phosphorus 34 milligrams
iron 0.6 milligrams
calcium 19 milligrams
zinc 0.3 milligrams
omega-3 fatty acids and water content is approximately 79 grams
Storage & Handling
Ginger is a perishable crop requiring controlled temperature, humidity, and good air circulation for long-term storage.
Temperature
10-15°C (50-59°F)
Humidity
80-90%
Packaging
Well-ventilated bags or containers
Shelf Life
14-21 days
Storage Notes: For longer shelf life, roots should not be washed before storage. Ginger can also be stored at 0°C for longer shelf life but not recommended due to moisture-related issues.
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
5-digit (9xxx): Organic produce
5-digit (8xxx): GMO (rarely used)
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