noun
- Plural of galingale; aromatic rhizomes of plants in the ginger family, used as spices or in traditional medicine.
Usage: Also spelled galangal or galangale in singular form; Common in Southeast Asian and Indian cuisine
Examples
- The chef added fresh galingales to the Thai curry for extra flavor.
- Medieval European apothecaries imported galingales from the East for medicinal purposes.
- Galingales are prized in Indonesian cooking for their warm, peppery taste.
- The market vendor sold dried galingales alongside other exotic spices.
- Traditional remedies often included galingales to aid digestion.