crystallized ginger

How To Make crystallized ginger

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  Step 1
  Peel ginger, do not throw the peelings out. Slice the peeled ginger into 1/8 inch slices on a mandolin slicer or slice using a sharp knife.
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  Step 2
  Put sliced ginger in a small pot on stove and just cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for about 45 min. OR until only 1/2 cup liquid remains.
• Step 3
  Add sugar to remaining water and ginger slices, and bring to a boil again, then reduce to a simmer for 20min, stir occasionally.
• Step 4
  Drain the ginger slices in a colander and reserve the liquid for later use.
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  Step 5
  Spread ginger on a screen with wax paper under it to drain, a splatter guard works great. Let drain for several hours or until ginger feels dry to the touch, I speed up this up by putting it in a dehydrator for a couple of hours.
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  Step 6
  After drying put in a small bag with sugar and give it a big shake to coat, store dry sugared ginger in a airtight container till needed.
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