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    Homemade Ginger Garlic paste

    Posted on Aug 8, 2018 · Last Updated on May 28, 2024 by Sharmila Kingsly

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     Ginger garlic paste is an important ingredient when it comes to cooking. It can be made when ahead of time and stored for a longer use

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    Homemade Ginger Garlic paste

    How to make Ginger Garlic paste | Homemade Ginger Garlic paste with Step by step photos. Ginger garlic paste is an important ingredient when it comes to cooking. The only time consuming part is the peeling and chopping of ginger and garlic.

    However it can be made when ahead of time and stored for longer use. I usually prepare my ginger garlic paste on Sunday so that I can use it for the week’s cooking. Now let’s see how to prepare ginger garlic paste.

    Ginger Garlic paste

    How to make Ginger Garlic Paste

    1.    Peel the skin of the Garlic pods. Wash the ginger well to remove any mud or dirt particles and then peel the skin of ginger and chop them into small pieces. Wipe of moisture content if any.

    Step 1 - Peel ginger and garlic and keep them ready

     2.    In a blender add in the ginger and garlic to this add in the salt and Oil.

    Step 2 - grind the ginger and garlic with some salt.

     3.    Blend well to a fine paste. Store in a container and refrigerate for use.

    Step  4 - Grind well with oil

    Ginger Garlic paste is now ready to be used in gravies and curries.

    How to make Ginger Garlic paste | Homemade Ginger Garlic paste

    Tips & Variations

    • We can store them for up to a month if used clean.
    • No need to add water while blending as it reduces the shelf life.
    • You can also add ¼ tsp of turmeric powder while grinding.
    • If you are going to use it the same day you can use water while grinding the ginger garlic paste else we can use oil.

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    How to make Ginger Garlic paste

     Ginger garlic paste is an important ingredient when it comes to cooking. It can be made when ahead of time and stored for a longer use
    Prep Time30 minutes mins
    Cook Time0 minutes mins
    Total Time30 minutes mins
    Course: Cooking Basics
    Cuisine: Indian
    Servings: 2 cup
    Calories: 18kcal
    Author: Sharmila Kingsly
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    Standard 1 cup measures 240 ml

    Equipment

    • Blender
    • Blender

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup Ginger
    • 1 cup Garlic
    • 1 tsp Salt
    • 2 tbsp Oil

    Instructions 

    • Peel the skin of the Garlic pods. Wash the ginger well to remove any mud or dirt particles and then peel the skin of ginger and chop them into small pieces. Wipe of moisture content if any.
    • In a blender add in the ginger and garlic to this add in the salt and Oil.
    • Blend well to a fine paste. Store in a container and refrigerate for use.

    Notes

    We can store them for up to a month if used clean.
    No need to add water while blending as it reduces the shelf life.
    You can also add ¼ tsp of turmeric powder while grinding.
    If you are going to use it the same day you can use water while grinding the ginger garlic paste else we can use oil.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1tbsp | Calories: 18kcal | Carbohydrates: 3.3g | Protein: 0.5g | Fat: 0.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 521mg | Potassium: 54mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 0.1g | Calcium: 12mg
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    Disclaimer: I am not a nutritionist, the nutrition value provided here is an estimate. It will vary based on the quantity and brands of the products used.

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    1. Fullscoops says

      August 11, 2018 at 11:52 pm

      Simple and easy recipe to make ginger garlic paste!

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