The root of all flavour

Add snap to meals with a dash of fresh ginger

By Jennifer Danter

Updated November 2, 2012

To save leftover ginger, peel and freeze those knobby odds and ends. They keep well, sealed in plastic bags, for up to two months. To use, keep frozen and grate using the fine holes on a box grater. Add to stir-fries, soups, stews, sauces and salad dressings for lively zing!

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