Fingerroot (Krachai) vs Galangal

A side-by-side guide to substituting Galangal for Fingerroot (Krachai) (or vice versa).

Quick answer

Use 0.75 oz of Galangal for every 1 oz of Fingerroot (Krachai).

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Fingerroot (Krachai)

Base unit: oz

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Galangal

Conversion: Use 75% as much (0.75 oz per 1 oz)

Tags: common

Notes: Use three-quarters the weight as galangal is more potent. Peppery and citrusy; excellent in Thai curries and soups.

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When to use Galangal instead of Fingerroot (Krachai)

Use three-quarters the weight as galangal is more potent. Peppery and citrusy; excellent in Thai curries and soups. The conversion is use 75% as much (0.75 oz per 1 oz).

Common questions

Can I substitute Galangal for Fingerroot (Krachai)?

Yes — Use three-quarters the weight as galangal is more potent. Peppery and citrusy; excellent in Thai curries and soups. Ratio: Use 75% as much (0.75 oz per 1 oz).

What's the conversion ratio for Fingerroot (Krachai) to Galangal?

Use 75% as much (0.75 oz per 1 oz). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.

Are Fingerroot (Krachai) and Galangal interchangeable?

They are similar in most uses, but Use three-quarters the weight as galangal is more potent..

Is Galangal a better substitute than other options for Fingerroot (Krachai)?

Galangal is one of the options SubSwap lists for Fingerroot (Krachai). The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Fingerroot (Krachai) substitutes.

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