Small tips to help preserve ginger easily, use all year round without worrying about it drying out or spoiling

Ginger is an indispensable spice in every family’s kitchen, yet preserving it is a challenge. In order to avoid spoiling ginger when buying in large quantities, apply some of the following preservation tips.

First, wash the ginger under running water and soak it in a diluted salt water solution for about 15 minutes. This will both help to remove bacteria and prevent the ginger from sprouting.

After the ginger is completely dried, wrap it with plastic wrap. So as to increase the preservation effect, you can wrap it in multiple layers and place the ginger in a dry, airy place.

Rinse the ginger under running water and soak it in a diluted salt water solution for about 15 minutes.

Pepper not just enhances the flavor of the dish but also has anti-oxidant properties, helping to preserve ginger better.

Start by preparing some pepper and wrapping them in foil. Then, put the wrapped pepper in a bag with ginger and leave it in a ventilated place. This method will help the ginger not to rot or sprout for a year.

Ensure the sand you use is still damp. Burying ginger in sand will help keep ginger from drying out and prevent sprouting, creating a natural and simple preservation environment. You can take out the ginger when needed without worrying about the ginger going bad.

Wash the ginger, and then wipe its surface. When the ginger is dry, use a paper towel soaked in strong white wine in order to gently wipe the surface of the ginger. The white wine will help sterilize and preserve the ginger. Place the ginger in a cardboard box lined with newspaper, wrap it tightly and leave it in a cool place. This method helps the ginger stay fresh for about half a year.

The scent will help sterilize and prevent mold from growing on the ginger. Take a sufficient amount of scent and wrap it in a paper towel.Place this scent packet with the ginger in a box or bag to absorb moisture, helping the ginger not to spoil.