Ginger

A knobbly aromatic root with warm, spicy heat. Grate or mince it fresh for curries, stir-fries, and marinades.

Ginger

Used for

  • curries
  • stir-fries
  • marinate
  • teas

In the kitchen

  • grate
  • mince
  • slice
  • peel

Picking it at the store

  • Skin should be smooth, thin, and tight — wrinkled or dried skin means old ginger
  • Break off a small piece; fresh ginger snaps cleanly with almost no effort

Related terms

Browse the full glossary →

Tastease's cooking wizard explains steps like this one in plain language, right when you need it — while you're actually cooking. Shop smarter, cook with confidence.

Try Tastease free →