{"id":366,"date":"2012-10-09T16:22:18","date_gmt":"2012-10-09T16:22:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/goddessgrub.com\/blog\/?p=366"},"modified":"2012-10-09T16:22:18","modified_gmt":"2012-10-09T16:22:18","slug":"how-to-store-fresh-ginger-root","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/goddessgrub.com\/blog\/how-to-store-fresh-ginger-root\/","title":{"rendered":"How to store fresh ginger root"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_367\" style=\"width: 160px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"http:\/\/goddessgrub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/ginger-root.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-367\" class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-367\" title=\"ginger-root\" src=\"http:\/\/goddessgrub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/ginger-root-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-367\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fresh Ginger Root<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Fresh ginger root has a strong flavor that adds zest to many recipes. Ginger has anti-inflammatory and gastrointestinal health benefits. When you purchase fresh ginger, examine it closely. Fresh ginger has a smooth surface, but will feel firm when you squeeze it slightly. Ginger root has a white flesh and a light brown skin. Fresh ginger needs to be stored properly to prolong its shelf life and to prevent mold from forming. \u00a0<!--more--><\/p>\n<p><strong>Instructions to store in the Refrigerator<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>1. \u00a0Wrap unpeeled ginger in paper towels.<\/p>\n<p>2. \u00a0Place the ginger in plastic storage bags and seal the bags.<\/p>\n<p>3. \u00a0Store the ginger in the vegetable crisper in the refrigerator. The ginger will last for up to three weeks.<br \/>\n<strong>Instructions to store in the\u00a0Freezer<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>4. \u00a0Slice unpeeled ginger into small knobs.<\/p>\n<p>5. \u00a0Wrap the ginger in paper towels and place it into a freezer storage bag.<br \/>\n6. \u00a0Seal the bag and store the ginger in the freezer for up to six months.<br \/>\nJar<br \/>\n7. \u00a0Place peeled ginger into an airtight glass jar.<br \/>\n8. \u00a0Pour sherry wine into the jar until you submerge the ginger.<br \/>\n9. \u00a0Close the jar tightly and place it in the refrigerator. The ginger will last for up to three months.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tips &amp; Warnings<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Store dried finger in an airtight glass jar. Place the glass jar in a dark and cool location.<\/p>\n<p>Storing ginger in sherry will cause it to lose some of its flavor.<\/p>\n<p>Avoid purchasing ginger that feels wrinkled, appears moldy, or is wet.<\/p>\n<p>Blot any excess moisture from the ginger before storing it. Rinsing the ginger before placing it in the refrigerator or leaving behind excess moisture will promote mold growth.<\/p>\n<p>From\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ehow.com\/how_8067137_store-fresh-ginger.html\">How to Store Fresh Ginger at eHow <\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fresh ginger root has a strong flavor that adds zest to many recipes. Ginger has anti-inflammatory and gastrointestinal health benefits. When you purchase fresh ginger, examine it closely. Fresh ginger has a smooth surface, but will feel firm when you squeeze it slightly. Ginger root has a white flesh and a light brown skin. 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