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Learn all the tips and tricks for Freezing Ginger to save money and prevent food waste. A freezer stash of frozen ginger opens the door to amazing meals packed with flavor.
Imagine what your meal prep is going to look like if you don’t have to peel and chop ginger anytime you need it? With just a few minutes of work, that dream is about to become a reality.
Do you remember how your life changed when I taught you how to freeze garlic the easy way and how to make garlic paste? Frozen ginger is just as awesome and frequently used in many recipes. Ready for a deep dive on more kitchen hacks? Check out my whole guide on How to Freeze Fresh Fruits and Vegetables.
Can You Freeze Fresh Ginger?
Yes! It holds up so well in the freezer and makes your meal prep a freaking dream. And it’s so very easy.
I use ginger in Pickled Ginger, Air Fryer Orange Chicken, Peanut Butter Chicken, Honey Ginger Syrup, Instant Pot Orange Chicken, Gluten-Free Teriyaki Sauce, this Carrot, Apple Smoothie With Ginger, Sweet Chili Sauce Meatballs, Cold Soba Noodle Salad, and these Tea Popsicles for Sore Throats.
Do You Have to Peel Ginger Before Freezing?
No, you don’t have to. But if you plan to use it for recipes that recommend peeled ginger, it’s so much easier to do it before freezing.
TOOLS FOR FREEZING Ginger
- Rimmed baking sheet and parchment for freezing whole pieces
- Silicone muffin tin or small Souper Cubes or mini muffin tin with parchment liners
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife, vegetable peeler, or spoon
- Food processor to make it easier to chop a bunch at once
- Reusable freezer bags to cut down on waste
How Do You Thaw Frozen Ginger?
You can leave each “puck” at room temperature for 30 minutes or microwave it on low for 20 seconds. In most cases, I throw it into my dishes while it is still frozen and just allow it to thaw as I cook.
Pro Tips/Recipe Notes
- Keep the ginger “pucks” in the parchment muffin liners when storing in the freezer bags to prevent them from sticking to each other.
- We love these reusable silicone bags for storing all our frozen produce.
- Will keep in the freeze for 6 months.
MORE HOW-TO RECIPES
- What to Can, Eat, and Preserve in Summer
- What to Can, Eat, and Preserve in Spring
- Freezing Onions
- Freezing Mint
- How to Freeze Celery
- Freezing Peaches
- Dehydrating Tomatoes
- How to Freeze Cranberries
- Freezing Cherries
- How to Freeze Spinach
- Freezing Buttermilk
- Freezing Potatoes
- How to Freeze Peppers
- Freezing Blueberries
- How to Freeze Asparagus
- Freezing Strawberries
Freezing Ginger {How to Freeze Ginger}
Equipment
Ingredients
- ginger
- water as needed
Instructions
Freezing Minced Ginger
- (optional) Peel ginger with a spoon, vegetable peeler, or sharp knife.
- Using a sharp knife, mince the ginger to uniform pieces. If you have a food processor, you can "pulse" the ginger to quickly chop everything.
- Transfer minced ginger to a bowl, and add water a teaspoon at a time until it creates a "paste".
- Spoon ginger paste into mini muffin tins lined with muffin papers, filling them three-fourths full.
- Freeze for 2-3 hours, and then remove the muffin liners from the pan and freeze each "puck" in an air-tight container for up to 6 months.
Freezing Whole Ginger
- Place clean ginger in a freeze-proof bag, removing any excess air.
- Store in an air-tight container for up to 6 months.
Freezing Sliced Ginger
- (optional) Peel ginger with a spoon, vegetable peeler, or sharp knife.
- Slice ginger into desired width.
- Freeze on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 2 hours and then transfer to freezer storage.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
