Homemade Ginger Garlic Paste | How to Make Ginger Garlic Paste. The ginger-garlic paste is used regularly in Indian cooking. It is a must-have in an Indian kitchen like mine. You’d know I love ginger-garlic to the extent that I even named my blog after that.
As I stated, the ginger-garlic paste is such an essential ingredient in the Indian kitchen, and still, not many people know how to make it in the best way possible. And because of that, I get so many requests asking about my method of making the ginger-garlic paste which I use in my recipes. So this is my version of homemade ginger-garlic paste.
Make it in no time:
I have never used store-bought ginger-garlic paste in my recipes. Somehow I don’t feel like buying it at all when I know that I can make it at home in no time.
Making Indian dishes are quite quick and easy with this paste. And oh boy, the feeling when you are about to make a curry dish and you find the ginger-garlic paste in the fridge is just so delighting.
Leverage the weekend
Weekends are the best time to do all the peeling and chopping especially during the time when you are watching your favorite movie. That’s what I prefer to do. And later you can make the paste in just under 2 minutes, which can then be used throughout the week.
Lifesaver
I do agree that nothing beats a freshly prepared ginger-garlic paste and you can surely make an instant ginger-garlic paste by grinding them together. But this home-made paste is a lifesaver when you are planning to make Indian recipes during the weekdays. Instead of chopping them for every dish, grind them into a smooth paste which can added directly to the pan. A big plus is that it doesn’t even require a lot of your time.
That homemade paste in the refrigerator makes life easy. While cooking a curry dish you’ll just have to get the paste from the fridge and add it to the dish. No need for peeling and grinding ginger and garlic.
Peeling garlic is Easy Peasy:
Also, I know that peeling garlic in large quantities might be a bummer for some people. But hey, there is good news. Peeling garlic in a large batch is not really that bad as it sounds. I have made a video on how to peel garlic easily. You can watch it here. With the 4 methods presented in the video, you can easily peel garlic and it won’t take any substantial time in making your own ginger garlic paste at home.
Make it a meal:
Some people also add turmeric to this paste, but I don’t add it. I only add some oil and salt to this paste. They work as preservatives and help the paste in retaining its color.
You can also freeze this paste into an ice-tray and use the cubes for your dishes.
Homemade Ginger Garlic Paste [RECIPE]
The ginger-garlic paste is used regularly in Indian cooking. It is a must-have in an Indian kitchen like mine. You’d know I love ginger-garlic to the extent that I even named my blog after that.
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INGREDIENTS
✿ Ginger, peeled and roughly chopped – 1/2 cup
✿ Garlic peeled – 2 large cloves (3/4 cup)
✿ Salt – 1/4 tsp
✿ Oil – 2 tbsp (or more if you are not adding water)
✿ Water – 2 tbsp (Optional) I like it really smooth so I add little water to it
| 🕐 Prep time | 🕐 Cook time | 🕐 Total time |
|---|---|---|
| ☶ Category | ♨ Cuisine | ☺ Makes |
| Main | Indian | 250g |
INSTRUCTIONS:
2. There shouldn’t be any garlic or ginger pieces left.
3. Store this ginger-garlic paste in a sterilized jar for up to 2 weeks.
NOTES:
1. Always use a clean dry spoon when using paste.
2. You can also store this paste into an ice-tray and then freeze the cubes in a freezer bag.
3. This stays fresh up to 6 months. Simply thaw and add this ginger-garlic cube to you curry dishes.
 | Author: Anupama Paliwal Recipe Source Link: http://www.MyGingerGarlicKitchen.com/homemade-ginger-garlic-paste-how-to-make-ginger-garlic-paste-video-recipe Date Published: 2017-05-21 |
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So easy! Can’t wait to try it! Thanks, Anu.
Very useful post anu
I’ve always got some in an ice tray but never remember to use it.
What a useful recipe!
This is so smart! I cook with garlic almost every night and garlic & ginger are the best couple but I admit to skipping the ginger a lot because I’m too lazy to go to the extra step. Honestly, having it ready on hand together sounds like a lifesaver and great shortcut!
Basic and useful share
What a useful post, thanks for sharing Anu!
Very easy and useful! Thanks for sharing!
I really need to make a nice big jar of this — I usually make my paste fresh each time I need it. And it only takes a little more time to make a lot than it does a small amount. Great post — thanks.
I can imagine that this paste enhances any dish that it’s used in! Love the flavor combination, my friend!!
I also make my own and store a batch! Lovely post!
I am definetly going to try this homemade version of yours.
Dear Anu – I have never made ginger garlic paste, but I love ginger and garlic – so much flavor!!!! What a great post my friend – wishing you a wonderful weekend with your sweet family! XOXO