Premium Grade Katsumadas Galangal Seeds (Cao Dou Kou) (3 oz)
Premium Katsumadas Galangal Seeds (Cao Kou) from China
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Experience the bold aroma and warming herbal character of Premium Grade Katsumada’s Galangal Seeds (Cao Dou Kou), a prized aromatic spice harvested from the wild Alpinia katsumadai plant in Guangxi, China. Known for its sharp, earthy fragrance and subtle herbal warmth, these whole galangal seeds are ideal for slow‐cooked dishes, braised meats, savory broths, traditional herbal infusions, and spice blends.
What Are Katsumada’s Galangal Seeds?
Katsumada’s Galangal Seeds (also called Cao Dou Kou, Semen Alpiniae Katsumadai, or grass cardamon) are the dried seeds from the ginger family plant Alpinia katsumadai. They should not be confused with fresh galangal root; instead, they are aromatic seeds traditionally used in Chinese cooking and herbal preparations.
These herbal seeds are often described as:
Warm, pungent, and aromatic
Woody with slight bitter undertones
Great for enriching slow-simmered dishes and complex spice blends
Culinary Applications:
• Essential for Guangxi-style braised meats and stews
• Enhances broths, master stocks, and medicinal soups
• Complements five-spice blends and meat rubs
• Used in traditional herbal preparations
• Infuses aromatic depth in slow-cooked dishes
Usage Guide:
For soups and stews: Add 2-3 whole seeds during simmering
For spice blends: Dry-toast lightly before grinding
For medicinal use: Typically combined with other herbs as directed
Storage Instructions:
Keep in airtight container away from light and moisture. Best used within 20 months for optimal aroma.
Product Details:
Form: Whole dried seeds
Plant Source: Alpinia katsumadai
Origin: Guangxi, China
Shelf Life: 24 months
Net Weight: 3 ounces (85 grams)
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