Top 10 uses for fresh ginger

Aromatic and spicy, ginger is as good for you as it tastes.

From marinades to baked goods, sore muscles to motion sickness, this top-performing spice adds zest and flavour to recipes. Drinking ginger tea or adding ground ginger to savory dishes promotes the anti-inflammatory properties of ginger which may also be beneficial to those with arthritis.

• The health benefits of ginger

Ginger is the root of good food as well as good health and here are some suggested uses for this remarkable rhizome:

1. Ginger tea: Cut fresh ginger into thin slices and add to boiling water for a soothing and aromatic tea. You can add honey and lemon for flavour. Ginger tea to reduce symptoms of nausea and motion sickness.
2. Stir-fries: Ginger adds a flavorful kick to stir-fries. Simply mince or grate fresh ginger and add it to the pan with vegetables and meat – check out our Stir fry recipe collection
3. Curry dishes: Ginger is a common ingredient in Indian and Thai curry dishes. Add fresh ginger to the spice mix or sauté it with the onions and garlic. Enjoy this recipe
4. Smoothies and juices: Add a small piece of fresh ginger to your favourite smoothie or juice for a spicy kick. Take a look at some smoothie recipes here.
5. Baked goods: Fresh ginger can be used to add flavour to baked goods such as cakes, cookies, and muffins. Try this delicious Apple & Ginger Flapjack recipe
6. Salad dressings: Ginger can be used to make a tangy and flavourful salad dressing. Mix fresh ginger with vinegar, oil, and honey.
7. Marinades: Use fresh ginger in marinades for meats, seafood, and tofu. Simply mix ginger with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and other seasonings.
8. Pickles: Fresh ginger can be used to make pickled vegetables. Slice ginger and add to a mixture of vinegar, sugar, and salt.
9. Sauces: Ginger can be used to make flavourful dipping sauces for sushi, dumplings, and other Asian dishes.
10. Cocktails: Fresh ginger can be used to add a spicy and refreshing kick to cocktails. Muddle fresh ginger with lime juice and add to your favourite spirit.

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