Everything to know about storing ginger to keep it fresher, longer.
While often called ginger root, the kitchen staple is actually a plant.
Ginger is a flowering plant that is often used as a spice, says Registered Dietitian Chelsea Edwards.
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Chelsea Edwardsis a Registered Dietitian and the owner ofHuntsville Nutrition Collectivein Huntsville, Alabama.
Ginger can be stored in both the pantry and the refrigerator but is one location better than the other?
Unpeeled ginger can be stored at room temperature, Edwards says.
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But it’s best to store ginger in an airtight container in the crisper drawer of your fridge.
How Long Does Ginger Last?
Edwards says youll know when the spice has gone bad.
When stored properly, ginger lasts up toa month.
When mold spores appear, its time to toss it.
Peeled ginger should be wrapped in plastic before storing in yourrefrigerators crisper drawer.
When stored this way, peeled ginger should last for two to three weeks.
Can You Freeze Ginger?
How Long Can You Freeze Ginger?
After that, it might lose its flavor.
it’s possible for you to also grate ginger and store it in a sealed container.
The sealed container helps the ginger to not absorb flavors from other items in the freezer.
