RICH AROMA AND FLAVOUR: Sand ginger is also called greater galangal. Sweet and strong aroma in between cinnamon and ginger best describes sand ginger. ESSENTIAL INGREDIENT: Sand ginger is one of the most common spices used in sichuan cuisine. Essential for authentic flavor of Tom Yum Soup and Tom Kha Gai. HOW TO USE IT: Sand ginger has a sharp citrusy, almost piney flavor. Can be ground into powder. It can remove peculiar smell in cooking, increasing spiced flavor. EASY OPENING AND SAFE STORAGE: Sand ginger slices come in sealed stand up pouch, sealed to preserve their natural scent. NATURAL PLUS GREEN PROMISES: Our sun dried sliced sand ginger is 100% natural, without additive, preservatives or coloring. NPG Dried Galangal Root Sand Ginger Sliced 8 Ounce, Natural NON GMO Kulinjan Alpinia Galanga Chinese Galangal Sand Ginger Slices, Herb Spices Ingredient for Tom Yum and Tom Kha Soups