Pickled Ginger

Ginger is very commonly used in Asian cooking. Besides being used in meals and dishes, ginger can also be made into pickles. It is good to eliminate gas and healthy for us. If you like to bite a sweet and sour pickle, why not try pickled ginger for a change.

Ingredients
250g knob of ginger
2 tablespoons caster sugar
1 cup Japanese rice vinegar
½ cup water

Methods
1. Peel the ginger and, using a sharp vegetable peeler, peel into thin strips.
2. Place sugar, vinegar and water in a small saucepan. Bring to the boil. Remove from heat.
3. Place ginger into a sterilised jar; pour hot liquid over ginger and seal.
4. Allow to stand for 2-3 weeks before using.