Monday, 15 September 2008

GOODNESS OF TORCH GINGER (BUNGA KANTAN)


The Torch Ginger (Etlingera elatior) or Bunga Kantan in Malay is one of the must-have ingredients in Laksa. Besides Laksa, it also gives a fragrant lift to hot and sour curries and salads that we love so much, an example is the Kerabu, it'll make the dish tastier.
In addition to its value as a cooking ingredient, the flower has high antioxidant properties. The fruit and leaf also possess their unique medicinal values.

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