All the different ways you can include Ginger in your Diet

There are so many different ways to enjoy ginger — from sipping tea to incorporating it into your main dish. Indeed, you can use it to flavor both sweet and savory foods.

When buying ginger for a recipe, it’s healthier to opt for the fresh root rather than the dried, powdered form. You’ll get more of the gingerol that way.

The root should be smooth and firm with no shriveling or mold on it. Peel away the brown layer of skin with a vegetable peeler or paring knife, and then slice or chop it any way you’d like.

Use ginger for extra flavor in:

Marinades for meat and fish

Asian-inspired stir fry

Homemade salad dressing Soups

Smoothies

Sweet potato and carrot dishes

Tea – boil it in hot water alone or add lemon and a bit of sugar

Cocktails

Baked desserts

Pickled ginger is often paired with sushi or found in ramen dishes. It also goes well in salads or soups. You can buy it in a jar or make it yourself at home.

If you’re unable to get fresh ginger, the powdered spice will work as a substitute. In this case, the taste and smell will be different, and you’ll want to use less.

About ¼ teaspoon of powdered ginger is equal to 1 teaspoon of fresh ginger. Powdered ginger is more commonly used when baking.

Sources: Everyday Health

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