Candied ginger, or crystallized ginger, is the root cooked in sugar until soft, and is a type of confectionery.
Food Property | Type | Description |
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Flavor Profile | Sweet | Crystallized ginger has a sweet flavor profile due to the addition of sugar during the crystallization process. |
Spiciness | Crystallized ginger has a spicy flavor profile due to the natural spiciness of ginger. | |
Texture | Crispiness/Crunchiness | Crystallized ginger has a crunchy texture from the crystallized sugar coating. |
Nutritional Value | Fiber | Crystallized ginger contains dietary fiber which can aid in digestion. |
Aroma | Volatile Compounds | Crystallized ginger has a strong aroma due to the presence of volatile compounds found in ginger. |
Color | Natural Pigments | Crystallized ginger may have a slightly yellowish color from the natural pigments present in ginger. |
Cooking Behavior | Water Retention | Crystallized ginger retains moisture well when cooked or baked in recipes. |
Chemical Composition | Acidity/Alkalinity (pH) | Crystallized ginger may have a slightly acidic pH level due to the natural acidity of ginger. |
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