Candied ginger?!


Question: I have a recipe that calls for 2 T chopped candied ginger. Can I substitute ground ginger (powder)? If so, how much?


Answers: I have a recipe that calls for 2 T chopped candied ginger. Can I substitute ground ginger (powder)? If so, how much?

Candied ginger is baby ginger that is coated in crystallized sugar. I don't recommend substituting ground ginger unless maybe you add some sugar to it. But candied ginger is easy to find in any Whole Foods store and some candy stores if not it's also easy to make. I hope this helps. Good luck with the recipe.

1. Peel and thinly slice 1 pound (500 grams) fresh gingerroot.
2. Place sliced ginger in a heavy saucepan.
3. Cover with water.
4. Cook gently until tender, about 30 minutes.
5. Drain off water.
6. Weigh the cooked ginger and measure an equal amount of sugar.
7. Return ginger to saucepan.
8. Add sugar and 3 Tablespoons water.
9. Bring to a boil, stirring often, and cook until ginger is transparent and liquid has almost evaporated.
10. Reduce heat and cook, stirring constantly, until almost dry.
11. Toss cooled ginger in sugar to coat.
12. Store crystallized (candied) ginger in an airtight jar for up to 3 months.

No. Not same same. Candied ginger is sweet and candy-like.

ground is more stronger than actual. Use half ground if called for 2tsp use 1tsp ground.

No, any candy store, or supermarket will carry candied ginger

Make sure you even like the taste of it first. I bought candied ginger from a health food store and it was awful.

It won't taste exactly the same, but you could try ginger powder and sugar.





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