Crystallized Ginger
Transform your kitchen into a haven of bold, zesty flavors with this homemade crystallized ginger recipe! Featuring thin slices of fresh ginger root simmered until tender in a sweet sugar syrup, then coated in a sparkling layer of granulated sugar, this recipe creates chewy, aromatic ginger with a delightfully spicy-sweet kick. Perfect as a snack, dessert garnish, or a zingy addition to baked goods and teas, this recipe is easy to follow and results in a pantry staple that's as versatile as it is delicious. Ready in just a few simple steps, you'll love the balance of fiery warmth and sugary crunch. Make your own crystallized ginger today and enjoy this homemade treat that pairs flavor and freshness perfectly!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams fresh ginger root
- 300 grams granulated sugar (for syrup)
- 500 milliliters water
- 100 grams granulated sugar (for coating)
Instructions
Peel the fresh ginger root and slice it into thin, uniform slices (about 1/8 inch thick).
Place the ginger slices into a saucepan and cover them with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes to soften the ginger.
Drain the ginger slices and return them to the saucepan.
Add 500 milliliters of fresh water and 300 grams of granulated sugar to the saucepan to create a syrup.
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stir occasionally, and bring it to a steady simmer. Cook the ginger slices in the syrup for 45-60 minutes or until they become translucent and the syrup thickens slightly.
Using a slotted spoon, carefully remove the ginger slices from the syrup and place them on a cooling rack set over parchment paper. Allow them to drain for 15-20 minutes.
Spread 100 grams of granulated sugar over a shallow dish or plate. Toss the drained ginger slices in the sugar until evenly coated.
Transfer the crystallized ginger to a clean cooling rack or parchment-lined baking tray and let it dry completely for 2-3 hours or overnight.
Store the crystallized ginger in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a month.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1708 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 41 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 436.0 g | 159% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 403.4 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 838 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
