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Two labeled jars on a wooden surface: one with dried ginger slices, one with ground ginger, with plants in the background.
Angela Judd

How to Preserve Ginger (Freezing, Dehydrating, & Ginger Paste)

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Learn three simple and effective ways to preserve fresh ginger so you always have its bold, spicy flavor on hand—whether you freeze it, dry it, or turn it into ginger paste for soups, stir-fries, teas, and more.
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Course: Meal Prep
Cuisine: American
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Store Fresh Ginger:
  1. In the Refrigerator—Store whole, washed, unpeeled ginger in a reusable bag or container in the fridge, where it will stay fresh for up to a month.
    Fresh turmeric roots in a metal colander, ready to be cleaned or prepared—similar to how you might preserve ginger or freeze ginger for longer-lasting flavor.
  2. In the Freezer—For long-term storage, freeze washed ginger in a reusable bag. Frozen ginger keeps well for up to a year and can be grated or sliced straight from the freezer, no thawing needed.
    Fresh ginger roots in a clear plastic bag on a white surface—an easy way to preserve ginger and keep it fresh for longer.
Dehydrate Ginger:
  1. Peel the ginger if needed—very fresh ginger with thin skin can be left unpeeled.
    A peeled ginger root on a wooden cutting board with unpeeled ginger in the background, ready for use or to show how to preserve ginger for future recipes.
  2. Cut the ginger into thin, even slices to ensure it dries evenly.
    Sliced ginger pieces arranged on a round dehydrator tray, ready for drying—a great way to preserve ginger for future use.
  3. Arrange the slices in a single layer in a dehydrator and dry at 95°F (35°C) for 8–12 hours, or until the pieces are fully crisp and snap when bent.
    Four circular dehydrator trays filled with sliced ginger pieces on a wooden table, ready to preserve ginger for long-lasting use.
  4. Store your dehydrated slices in a glass jar with an airtight lid to keep moisture out.
    Two labeled jars of dried and powdered ginger on a wooden surface with greenery in the background, showcasing how to preserve ginger for lasting freshness.
  5. Optional: Use a blender or spice grinder to grind a small amount of dehydrated ginger. The ginger powder loses its potency over time, so only grind as much as you’ll use in the near future.
    Blender blades surrounded by finely ground yellow powder inside a blender jar, perfect for preparing and learning how to preserve ginger.
Store as Ginger Paste:
  1. Peel the ginger if needed—young, fresh ginger with thin skin can be left unpeeled. Place the ginger into a blender with a small amount of water.
    A blender filled with fresh ginger roots and water sits on a kitchen counter near a toaster and electrical outlet, ready for anyone looking to preserve ginger for later use.
  2. Pulse until the ginger is completely smooth and forms a thick paste.
    A blender with a creamy yellow mixture inside, possibly using preserved ginger, sits on a kitchen counter near a wall outlet.
  3. Spoon the ginger paste into herb or ice cube trays for easy portions. Once frozen, transfer the cubes to freezer bags and store for up to one year.
    Two trays of frozen breast milk portions on a wooden surface, much like how you might freeze ginger or preserve ginger for later use.

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