Dried Ginger
Dried ginger, Getrockneter Ingwer, Gingembre séché, Jengibre seco, Zingiber officinale, Shunthi (शुन्थी)
Dried ginger is made by slicing fresh ginger root and drying it, concentrating its pungent compounds. It is widely used in culinary preparations, teas, and herbal formulations. In Ayurveda, dried ginger is valued for its strong digestive, carminative, and warming properties. It is considered more stimulating and heating than fresh ginger, making it particularly beneficial for Vata and Kapha imbalances, while Pitta should use it in moderation. It can support digestion, circulation, and respiratory health. Dried ginger is commonly used in spice blends, teas, and traditional remedies, and its intense aroma and flavor distinguish it clearly from fresh ginger, which is milder and more moist.
Dried ginger stimulates digestion, relieves bloating, and warms the body, helping balance Vata.
Because it is strongly heating, dried ginger should be used cautiously with Pitta.
Its warming, stimulating properties help reduce Kapha and improve circulation.
Rasa
bitter (tikta), pungent (katu), salty (lavana)
Guna
dry (ruksa), light (laghu)
Virya
heating (ushna)
Vipaka
pungent (katu)
Dhatu
Rasa, Rakta, Mamsa
Digestive discomfort, bloating, coldness, Kapha imbalance
Avoid excessive use in Pitta imbalance; may irritate stomach if overused
Dried ginger can be ground into powder for teas, spice blends, or cooking. For herbal tea, steep ½ tsp of powdered dried ginger in hot water for 5–10 minutes. Use sparingly compared to fresh ginger due to stronger pungency.
