Ginger is a spice used by many Vietnamese. However, storing ginger is often a problem because it can easily wilt or sprout if not properly stored. Use the storage tips below without refrigeration.

1. How to preserve ginger and rice

Rice is a relatively dry environment, so putting ginger in a dry environment can effectively prevent ginger from germinating prematurely. At the same time, the pungent nature of ginger also prevents pests from entering the rice. So when cooking ginger with rice, we can kill two birds with one stone. You just need to add the washed ginger to the rice.

Rice is a relatively dry environment, so putting ginger in a dry environment can effectively prevent ginger from germinating prematurely.
Rice is a relatively dry environment, so putting ginger in a dry environment can effectively prevent ginger from germinating prematurely.
However, when choosing this storage method, you need to pay close attention to the following points:

– Make sure the rice is of good quality, not damp or damaged by insects.

– Use a container with good ventilation for rice.

– Check the storage area regularly.

2. How to preserve ginger with sand

When buying ginger, there is often soil on it. The seller will not clean the ginger skin. In fact, ginger with soil on it tends to last longer. So when buying it home, if you want to keep it for a long time, it is best not to clean it.

If you have sand in your house, bury the ginger in the sand to keep it. Sand can maintain the temperature and humidity of the ginger, so it doesn’t dry out and sprouts. It’s also convenient to use at any time.

3. How to preserve ginger with tissue paper

Ginger storage areas should be away from strong-smelling foods to avoid odor transmission.

Ginger storage should be away from strong-smelling foods to avoid the spread of odors.
This storage method is very simple. You only need to prepare two things: tissue paper and a plastic bag.

First, you need to wash and dry the ginger you want to preserve. Then wrap the ginger in cooking paper to create a protective layer. Then put the wrapped ginger in a plastic bag and seal the bag tightly to reduce air penetration and prolong the freshness of the ginger.

To ensure ginger stays fresh for longer, store it in a dry, well-ventilated place. Avoid storing it in direct sunlight, as sunlight can cause ginger to lose moisture and flavor faster.

In addition, the ginger storage area must be away from strong-smelling foods to avoid the spread of odor.