Ginger is on everyone's lips – and it burns quite nicely. But what exactly makes ginger hot? And what else can the bulb do? We'll tell you!
But first, let's talk about the tuber itself. The ginger we find in the supermarket is the root of a plant that can grow up to 1.5 meters tall. This plant is native to tropical regions. This is why ginger is found in many dishes, especially in Asian cuisine. The root is used as a food, spice, medicinal plant, and has even found its way into the beverage industry: as ginger ale, ginger beer, or as a ginger shot or juice .
