Also known as galanga. A very good substitute for fresh galangal, you can place this product in lukewarm water to reconstitute, then use as desired. Each 4 oz package is made from approx 32 oz fresh galangal (2 lb) so this is a great deal, as any market that happens to offer fresh galangal usually charges $7.95 or more per lb. We have seen specialty spice stores selling dried galangal for $6.50 per ounce! Ours is always new stock, imported from Indonesia. Great flavor and aroma. Product of Indonesia. We also offer galangal powder and fresh galangal.