As summer approaches, we naturally want to stay healthy and fit to have the energy to be outside in the lovely weather and take advantage of what the season has to offer. We have all probably experienced that relaxation and vacation often also bring colds or other illnesses. Getting sick when the time off begins is so common that it even has its own name: leisure sickness, or holiday sickness as it can also be called. Before the vacation season really kicks off, it is therefore especially important to boost the body with vitamins and good energy to avoid these unpleasantnesses. So check out smart tips and tricks for peeling and grating ginger, as well as our best recipes with this super root to keep you healthy and fit this summer!
What is ginger good for? That's why ginger is so healthy!
Ginger has long been a popular spice and a natural remedy in many cultures around the world. This super root has a range of benefits for your health and can help improve everything from digestion to the immune system. It has both anti-inflammatory effects, can relieve nausea and menstrual pain, boost metabolism, improve heart health, and reduce stress and anxiety. Yes, you hear it, is there anything ginger can't help with?
3 Quick Tips & Tricks for Peeling & Grating Ginger
We know that ginger can be a tricky little character to handle. That's why we have gathered the best and easiest tips for peeling and grating ginger here. Check out our tricks below!
- Scrape off the skin of the ginger by scale with a spoon instead of a peeler or knife. It becomes easier to access while retaining more of the herb. Check out our TikTok below where we show you how to do it!
- Press the ginger with a garlic press instead of tearing down. Much easier!
- If you still want to grate the ginger, you can freeze it peeled to make it easier to grate later. Additionally, the herb will last longer if you store it in the freezer. Win win!
Recipes with Ginger - Ginger Shot & Pickled Ginger
And now that you have learned how wonderfully healthy this herb is and how easy it can be to handle it, you surely want to take part in lovely recipes to quickly and smoothly give your body that extra vitamin boost needed before the summer vacation. Check out our favorite recipes with ginger nedan!
A miracle cure for colds - How to succeed with your ginger shot
No one has missed the hype around the incredible ginger shot, right? No, I didn't think so. What many don't know, however, is that this drink becomes much healthier if you make it at home yourself. Ginger shots bought in the grocery store cost a fortune and usually don't contain much ginger in relation to other ingredients. So there's no reason not to try making your own vitamin boost at home instead:
Ginger shot recipe:
1 l Water
300 g Fresh ginger
0.5 dl Honey
250 g Lemon
Instructions:
- Peel and coarsely grate the ginger with a grater
- Pour the water into a saucepan & then add the ginger.
- Use a thermometer and heat the mixture to 60°C (140°F) and try to maintain this temperature for about 20 minutes. Avoid letting it boil, as this will cause a loss of many of the vitamins.
- Strain the ginger pieces using a sieve or colander and mix the honey into the liquid while it is still warm
- When the mixture has cooled, squeeze in the lemon juice. Feel free to use a citrus juicer to get as much juice as possible from the lemon.
- Sift again
- Store the shot in a refrigerator.
How many ginger shots can you take per day? Don't overdo your intake of ginger. 1-2 shots per day is more than enough, which corresponds to about 4g of fresh ginger.
Make a perfect pickled ginger as a side dish for summer food
In pickled or pickled ginger? Yes, a beloved child has many names, but regardless of what you want to call it, we are talking about the same thing. Pickled ginger works as a side dish to all kinds of wonderful summer food, but perhaps especially for sushi or other Asian dishes. When you make your own pickled ginger you also avoid other unnecessary content. The classic 1-2-3 method makes it easy to keep track of what you should put in, namely 1 part vinegar, 2 parts sugar, 3 parts water:
Pickled ginger recipe
Ginger
Vinegar spirit
Sugar
Water
Instructions:
- Peel the ginger
- Cut the ginger along the fibers into thin slices, for example with a mandolin, cheese slicer or potato peeler
- Place the ginger in a saucepan & add the remaining ingredients according to the instructions above
- Boil and let simmer for a couple of minutes
- Let everything cool, then pour the ginger and its liquid into a jar with a lid
- Store in the fridge
How long does homemade pickled ginger last? One usually says that homemade pickled ginger lasts about 2 weeks in the refrigerator. But often it stays fresh longer than that!
Smoothie bowl or smoothie in a glass with ginger
Nothing beats a fresh fruity smoothie in the summer, right? Of course not! By adding ginger, you also get a lovely kick that makes your drink extra refreshing. Choose whether you want to make it a bit thinner to drink from a glass, or use less liquid, add ice, or freeze the fruit before blending for a creamier consistency and achieve a perfect smoothie bowl!
Green smoothie recipe:
Banana
Mango
Leaf spinach/kale
Citron
Fresh grated ginger
A splash of any milk drink or water
Instru:
- Blend banana, mango, green leaves, lemon, and a splash of any milk or water. The more liquid you use, the thinner it will be. The secret to a perfectly creamy smoothie bowl is to use frozen fruit.
- Add a piece of grated (or pressed) ginger and blend again until the smoothie is smooth.
- Serve in a glass or a bowl and top with your favorite toppings.
- Drink or eat, and enjoy in the summer sun!
How long does a smoothie last in the fridge? Your smoothie lasts about 2-3 days in the fridge, so if you want to make a large batch, that's perfectly fine! Another tip is to freeze the smoothie In ice molds, you have a refreshing snack for warm summer days.
Bonus! Even though it may not contain fresh ginger can we not refrain from suggesting the ultimate summer drink: Moscow Mule! Check out our recipe for this super fresh drink here that has a lovely kick with a taste of just ginger.