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What can I do with fresh ginger?

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Lots of things! Medicinally speaking, it's one of the best things to use when you're sick, since it's both anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial. It works well in a variety of dishes, from ginger tea to Moroccan chicken.

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How long do I cook ginger for tea?

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You can refer to this article about using ginger to make tea: How to Make Ginger Tea or Tisane.

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What are the benefits of raw ginger? Recently I put it in my tea and I enjoyed it.

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Ginger is a powerful root/herb, it is anti-spasmodic so it relieves any tension we've been building up, particularly in the stomach. I find it helps relieve stress and boosts circulation so I feel warm after drinking it. When combining it as a juice with lemon, it relieves any developing throat issues. It goes especially well with honey.

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Is there any particular part of the ginger that is less "rooty" or thready?

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No, ginger has that texture if you chew on it, the best way to bypass this would be to juice it. I juice it with lemon and add it to tea or water. I usually use a garlic crusher to press the ginger if I am adding it to cooking and toss out the starchy leftovers.

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How much is 4cm of ginger root?

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Four centimeters equals just over an inch and a half.

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Is ginger powder as beneficial as raw root and what is the comparative measure?

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Powders and dried spice are always stronger in flavor so it's about 1/4 tsp. of ginger powder equals 1 tbsp. of freshly grated ginger. Ginger powder has many health benefits.

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Can I add a piece of ginger to carrot and lentil soup?

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Yes, that would taste really good. I use ginger and garlic in red lentil soup with vegetables, then add a spiced oil blend with cumin seed, paprika, turmeric, and some honey.

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Young ginger or mature, which one should be used for chicken soup?

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Young ginger would be best because it is more flavorful.

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How can I make ginger juice from ginger root?

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Whisk soy sauce, water, sugar, ginger, garlic, and oil together in a small bowl. Let it stand for 10 to 15 minutes so the flavors can mix. Then whisk it again. Sprinkle with thinly sliced green onion. Use as a dipping sauce for ginger chicken or any other Asian dish.

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Is ginger root flesh gray in color sometimes?

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Yes, it is.

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How do I store fresh ginger root?

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Place your ginger in a freezer bag and store it in the crisper drawer in your refrigerator. It should keep for about a week.

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When I grate ginger root, I get long stringy excess material. Should I cut and discard it or chop it up? After grating, is it okay to store in a small jar in the refrigerator?

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The long stringy excess is part of the root, and you can either discard it or keep it. After grating, it will be okay to store in the refrigerator.

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