On preserving dried ginger

Based on my reading, preserving dried ginger is the same as preserving fresh ginger I.e airtight and in the fridge.

Is there anything more that can be done to preserve the dried version. After dehydrating it, will not grounding it immediately and instead grounding it at the point of use make a significant difference?

Best Answer

Dried ginger can be kept at room temperature, in any cool dark place (like your pantry), for months to years:

Dried, ground, or crystallized ginger should be stored in a cool dark pantry in a sealed container. Spices with the moisture removed do not really go bad (unless they get wet), but they lose their potency over time and will no longer add flavor to food. If the aroma is gone, the flavor is most likely also gone from the dried ginger.

That's the whole point of drying it; so that it lasts longer without refrigeration.

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How do you preserve dried ginger?

After grinding your powder, let it cool to room temperature before storing in an airtight container. Some people like to grind only enough ginger to last about a month. However, grinding your ginger in larger batches and then storing it in an airtight container in the freezer to keep it fresh is a great alternative.

How long can you store dried ginger?

Properly stored, ground ginger will generally stay at best quality for about 3 to 4 years. To maximize the shelf life of ground ginger purchased in bulk, and to better retain flavor and potency, store in containers with tight-fitting lids.

Can I preserve ginger in oil?

If you want to preserve your ginger paste, add \xbd tablespoon oil for every 1 cup cubed ginger root before blending. The fat in the oil helps to protect the ginger's essential oils from going rancid.

What can you do with dried up ginger?

Use dried, sugared ginger pieces in baked or cooked desserts. Cut the candied ginger into small pieces and combine them with fresh or dried fruit to make stewed fruits, apple crumble, fruit cakes, gingerbread or puddings. You can also use it to spice up homemade pancakes and waffles.

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