5 Homemade Methods To Consume Ginger

Consuming ginger today has become very common due to its great benefits for our body and mind. Ginger is a root that has been discovered and valued over time for the spectacular flavor it brings to food.  However, this is not all, since this root has various properties to alleviate ailments of various kinds. Here are the most common ones.

Benefits of consuming ginger daily

Digestive

• Ginger is an excellent ally to treat the effects of gastritis, ulcers and diarrhea.
• It also works as a gastric protector.

Throat ailments

• This root is very good to fight infections and minor inflammation in the throat.
• In case your activities require a constant effort of the throat, it is a good idea to consume a little of this root before forcing your voice.

Nausea and vomiting

• It is common for pregnant women to be advised to consume ginger to alleviate this problem.
• If you are in the first months of pregnancy , try to have a small amount of this root on hand .

• You can make a tea and have it ready for when the discomfort appears.  

Seeing all these benefits, you probably already want to know some of the options to include ginger in your diet.  Pay attention and choose the alternatives of your preference.

5 homemade methods to consume ginger

1. Ginger tea

One of the favorite ways by many is ginger tea. The reality is that it is a very easy and fast option to consume ginger.  This alternative allows you to soothe pain and relax your body after a hectic day, while enjoying the warmth of a delicious drink.

Ingredients

• 1 cup of water (250 ml).
• 1 tablespoon of minced ginger (10 g).
• Juice of  lemon.
• 1 teaspoon of honey (7.5 g) (or sweetener of your choice).

Preparation

• Heat the water until it boils.
• Then remove from the heat and place the tablespoon of ginger.
• Let stand for 5 minutes.
• Add the rest of the ingredients and enjoy your wonderful tea.

Recommendation

• Another way to consume ginger tea is by substituting milk for water or swapping lemon for orange. In this way, you will avoid getting bored with the flavor after a few days.

2. Ginger powder

Many people will think that this is the fastest commercial way to consume ginger, but you can also make it at home with ease. Here’s how to do it.

Ingredients

• 1 ginger root.
• 1 blender or mortar to blend.
• 1 glass jar or plastic bag for storage.

Preparation

• Take the root and wash it  well.
• Put it to dry in the sun for a day or in the microwave.
• Process it with a blender, a mortar or a grinder. coffee to a fine powder.
• Store in a glass jar or plastic bag to use when you need it.

Recommendation

• This presentation of powdered ginger allows you to easily add this root to your food for seasoning.  The next time you bake your chicken or any other meat, add powdered ginger (in small quantities because it is too strong).

3. Candied ginger

Candied ginger, also called crystallized ginger, is a delicious sweet made from fresh roots.

Ingredients

• 1 ginger root.
• 2 or 3 tablespoons of sugar or saccharin to sweeten.

Preparation

• Wash the root very well in water.
• Put it in a pot and cook it mixed with the sugar or saccharin.
• Then put them to dry.

Recommendation

• If you don’t feel like doing it, you can get this variant of ginger in supermarkets or natural stores. To preserve it, we recommend keeping it in a tightly closed jar and in a dark and cool place, but not more than a month. After this time it usually becomes very small and hard.
• You can add it to any bread you make along with a handful of chopped walnuts.
• We also recommend adding it as part of the cake Apple . You will see that the combination is delicious. 

• Another option is to have a piece of candied ginger for dessert when you have a sweet tooth.

4. Ginger candy

Another option for consuming ginger is candy.  Ginger candies are an excellent alternative to relieve motion sickness caused by long trips or pregnancy.  

Ingredients

• 1 cup of ginger tea (250 ml).
• 1 ½ cups of sugar (300 g).
• Small silicone candy molds, jellies  or chocolates.

Preparation

• Place the ingredients in a deep pot and simmer, without stirring too quickly, until it boils.
• Remove the mixture from the heat and pour into molds until cool.
• The next day, remove the sweets from the mold and store them in a glass jar in a cool, dry place.

Recommendation

• If you have diabetes problems, do not forget to consult a specialist before preparing or consuming this type of product.

5. Ginger in syrup

This is a delicious and sweet way to consume ginger that can be used as a dessert or to enhance the flavors of any preserved fruit, especially peaches or pears.

Ingredients

• 1 ¼ cup of fresh and tender ginger (250 g).
• 1 liter of water.
• 2 ½ cups of sugar (500 g).

Preparation

• Clean, peel, and let the ginger dry for a couple of days.
• In a pot bring the water to a boil and add  sugar to dissolve.
• Add the ginger in pieces or grated and let the decoction take place.
• When the water is reduced and reaches the desired texture, remove from heat and reserve in a well-sealed glass jar.

Recommendation

• If you are the people who love sweet and salty combinations, we recommend combining ginger in syrup with baked ham or a good piece of pork. .   You will discover a simply delicious combination.

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