To avoid the sad cycle of buying fresh produce from the store that slowly rots in your fridge and tossing the entire package in your trash it’s time we all learn how to properly store food in the freezer and freezer. Don’t take these magical modern wonders for granted. From crisp apples to tangy parsley the fridge or freezer can extend the shelf life of your favorite herbs and spices by as much as a few months (which is why we even recommend storing peanut butter in your fridge.) For lovers of the spicy aromatic root known as ginger here’s how to keep fresh ginger fresh for months with the right fridge and freezer storage.
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Timing is key to keeping ginger healthy. You shouldn’t peel ginger root until you need it so only peel and slice as much as you need at a time. Store the rest of the unpeeled ginger root in an airtight container to prevent oxidation and store it in the crisper drawer of your refrigerator. (An airtight bag works just as well.) Ginger stored this way can be stored for up to a month. If you buy your ginger in bulk—or want to keep it longer to use when needed—this is where freezer storage is a better option for you.
Unlike ginger stored in the fridge frozen ginger can stay fresh for up to four months. To store your roots here wrap the unpeeled ginger nice and tight in some plastic wrap. Store it this way in an airtight container or freezer bag to prevent freezer burn and then use as needed.
If you have any leftover peeled ginger you can also store it in an airtight container in your refrigerator or freezer. However because the root is more vulnerable to exposure to oxygen without the peel it may not stay fresh as long as unpeeled roots. No matter what storage option you choose or how you cut it remember to date your ginger before storing it so you can keep an eye on its freshness. After all no matter how well you store your ginger it won’t stay fresh forever. That’s just the circle of life.
