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Ground Ginger | Spice Powder | 310g Catering Pack | Schwartz KA163
£9.78
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£11.74/ inc vat
- Authentic Flavour
- Finely Ground Texture
- Catering Size Pack
- Airtight Packaging
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Product Overview
Fancy adding a bit of warmth and zest to your menu? Here’s a kitchen staple that really packs a punch. This is the Schwartz Ground Ginger in a handy 310g catering pack, designed to deliver that distinctive, fiery-sweet flavour consistently, dish after dish. It’s a brilliant all-rounder, finely ground to blend seamlessly into everything from fragrant curries and spicy marinades to delightful cakes and biscuits.
Perfectly suited for bustling commercial kitchens that can’t afford inconsistency. If you're running a bakery, a café, an Asian restaurant, or a busy catering service, this catering size ground ginger is your best mate. The generous 310g jar means you’re not constantly running out mid-service, and the screw-top lid keeps all that aromatic goodness locked in, ensuring it’s fresh and potent every time you reach for it.
Sourced from high-quality ingredients, this Schwartz ground ginger spice gives you reliable performance and a robust flavour profile that you can build your recipes around. It’s the sort of dependable, top-notch ingredient that professional chefs trust. Stop worrying about flavour variation and get the consistent, quality spice you need to make your dishes truly sing.
Key Features and Benefits
- Authentic Flavour: Delivers a consistently warm, zesty, and slightly sweet taste every time.
- Finely Ground Texture: Blends perfectly into liquids, batters, and sauces without any graininess.
- Catering Size Pack: The 310g jar is ideal for professional use, reducing frequent reordering.
- Airtight Packaging: A secure lid keeps the ginger powder fresh and aromatic for longer.
- Versatile Ingredient: Brilliant for both sweet bakes and savoury dishes like curries or stir-fries.
- Trusted Brand: Schwartz is a well-respected name, known for its high-quality herbs and spices.
- Ready to Use: Saves you the time and labour of peeling and grating fresh ginger root.
- Long Shelf Life: A brilliant pantry staple that you can rely on for months to come.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Schwartz
- SKU: KA163
- Net Weight: 310g
- Gross Weight (Approx.): 0.39kg
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature.
- Format: Finely Ground Powder
Expert Review and Insights
When it comes to ground spices, consistency is king, and Schwartz rarely misses the mark. This ground ginger has a wonderfully fine texture and a potent, fresh aroma right out of the jar. It’s a reliable workhorse for any professional kitchen, delivering that classic ginger warmth without the harshness you sometimes find in lesser-quality powders.
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- Top Marks for Consistency: The flavour is reliable from the first scoop to the last.
- Milder than Fresh: Naturally, it lacks the sharp, fiery bite of freshly grated ginger root.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The Ginger Cat Bakery in Norwich decided to streamline its spice inventory after noticing flavour inconsistencies in their signature ginger snaps, which were traced back to their bulk-buy, unbranded ground ginger. They needed a product that delivered the same warm kick in every single batch.
"We switched to the Schwartz catering jars and the difference was immediate. Our ginger snaps now have the perfect, consistent flavour our customers love. No more wasted dough, no more customer complaints—just brilliant biscuits, every time."
Robert Davies – Head Baker
The switch helped them reduce batch wastage from inconsistent flavour by over 10% and solidify the reputation of their best-selling product.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Getting the Most From Your Spice
- Upon opening, give the contents a little stir to loosen up any settling during transit.
- Always use a clean, dry spoon to take out the powder to avoid introducing moisture.
- Consider dating the jar with a marker when you first open it to help with stock rotation.
- The jar is ready to use straight away – no prep needed!
Keeping It Fresh and Flavourful
- Always screw the lid on tightly after each use to lock in the aroma and prevent clumping.
- Store in a cool, dark cupboard away from direct sunlight, steam, and heat sources like your oven.
- Avoid storing it in the fridge, as condensation can spoil the powder.
- While it has a long life, for best flavour, try to use it within six months of opening.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this Schwartz ground ginger gluten-free?
A: The product itself contains only ground ginger. However, always check the packaging for the most up-to-date allergen information regarding manufacturing and cross-contamination.
Q: What's the shelf life once opened?
A: For the best, most potent flavour, it's recommended to use ground spices within 6 months of opening, provided they are stored correctly in a cool, dark place.
Q: How does this compare to fresh ginger?
A: Ground ginger has a warmer, less fiery flavour than fresh. As a rough guide, you can substitute 1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger for 1 tablespoon of fresh, grated ginger.
Q: Can I use this for drinks like ginger tea or smoothies?
A: Absolutely. It dissolves well in hot water for teas and blends perfectly into smoothies for a convenient, spicy kick.
Q: Where is the ginger sourced from?
A: Schwartz sources its spices from various regions around the world to ensure the best quality and flavour profile, focusing on responsible and sustainable farming practices.
Q: Will the powder clump over time?
A: If stored correctly with the lid tightly sealed in a dry place, clumping should be minimal. If it does clump, a quick shake or stir will usually break it up.
Q: Is the jar recyclable?
A: The plastic jar and lid are typically recyclable in the UK, but it's always best to check with your local council's recycling guidelines.
Q: What are the best dishes to use this ground ginger spice for?
A: It's incredibly versatile! It shines in Asian cuisine (curries, stir-fries), baked goods (gingerbread, biscuits), marinades for meat, and even in some soups and sauces.
The Schwartz Standard: A Recipe for Reliability
When you buy a Schwartz spice, you're investing in more than just an ingredient; you're buying decades of expertise and a promise of consistency. For any food business, reputation is built on customers enjoying the same, delicious meal every time they visit. Using an inconsistent or inferior core ingredient like ginger can subtly undermine that trust. The Schwartz ground ginger 310g catering jar is designed specifically to prevent that. Their rigorous sourcing and milling processes mean the flavour, aroma, and texture are the same in every jar. This long-term reliability translates directly into business value: less food waste from failed batches, predictable results for recipe costing, and the invaluable confidence that your signature dishes will always taste exactly as they should. It’s the kind of background detail that allows chefs and business owners to focus on creativity, not quality control.
Explore more from SchwartzWhy a Consistent Grind is Your Secret Ingredient
Ever wondered why a professional ground ginger spice seems to taste better? A lot of it comes down to the grind consistency. Think of it like painting a wall: if your paint is lumpy, you'll get an uneven, patchy finish. It's the same with spices. An inconsistent grind, with a mix of coarse bits and fine powder, means the flavour doesn't distribute evenly through your dish. You might get a bland bite followed by an overpowering clump of ginger.
Schwartz takes great care to ensure this ground ginger is milled to a uniform, fine powder. This means that when you whisk it into a sauce, fold it into a cake batter, or sprinkle it into a marinade, the flavour disperses perfectly. Every single spoonful of your final dish gets an equal, balanced hit of that lovely ginger warmth. It’s a small detail that makes a massive difference to the quality and reliability of your cooking.
Who Should Buy This?
- Asian & Pan-Asian Restaurants: An essential spice for creating authentic curries, marinades, and stir-fry sauces with consistent depth of flavour.
- Bakeries and Patisseries: Perfect for adding a warm, spicy kick to gingerbread, parkin, biscuits, and seasonal cakes.
- Cafés and Coffee Shops: A must-have for creating homemade syrups for gingerbread lattes or for baking daily cakes and scones.
- Mobile Caterers & Event Planners: The convenient, long-lasting catering pack is ideal for diverse menus and reducing supplier runs.
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