Ginger, fresh

Fresh ginger is the underground stem, or rhizome, of the ginger plant, used as a spice in cooking. The figures here describe ginger in its fresh form. It mainly provides carbohydrate, with some fibre and small amounts of protein. Per 100g, it contains 188 kJ of energy, 8.1g of carbohydrate, 2g of fibre and 415mg of potassium.

Potassium supports normal nerve and muscle function, while fibre helps maintain normal bowel function. Fresh ginger contains little salt or saturated fat. The amount used in cooking is usually much smaller than the weight shown here, so its contribution to nutrient intake will depend on the quantity eaten. Full nutritional figures are in the tables below.