Homemade Pickled Ginger (Gari)
Pickled ginger, or gari, is served as a palate cleanser alongside sushi or sashimi to help enhance the flavors. Learn how easy it is to make your own.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather all ingredients.'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Cut ginger into chunks.'}
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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Place in a bowl, sprinkle with sea salt, and stir to coat. Let stand for about 30 minutes, then transfer to a clean lidded jar.'}
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{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Stir together rice vinegar and sugar in a saucepan until sugar has dissolved.'}
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{'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Bring to a boil, then pour the boiling liquid over ginger root pieces in the jar.'}
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{'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Allow the mixture to cool, then seal the jar. After a few minutes, the liquid may change to a slightly pinkish color; don't be alarmed. Store in the refrigerator for at least 1 week.'}
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{'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Cut pieces of ginger into paper-thin slices for serving.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (32 servings total)