Ginger Simple Syrup
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Knife
- Strainer
- Measuring Cup
- Wooden Spoon
- Pyrex or Jar
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Water
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 1 Cup Ginger Root
Instructions
- Chop up a ginger root. Toss 1 cup of ginger root into a pot.
- Pour 1 cup of sugar into a pot.
- Pour 1 cup of water into a pot.
- Simmer the mixture on medium heat for about 10 minutes.
- Be sure to stir the mixture frequently while heating.
- Strain the syrup through the strainer to remove the ginger root pieces.
- Put the syrup into a jar with a lid and place it in the fridge to chill for 1 - 2 hours.
Notes
Tips
- Use a fine mesh strainer o ensure that all the pieces of ginger root are removed from the final syrup.
- Let the syrup cool for at least 1 - 2 hours before using so that it has time to thicken up.
- Make sure to stir regularly while heating so it doesn't burn.
- Store this in the refrigerator in a jar with a lid or other type of air tight container for 2 - 4 weeks.
- If you need to keep it for longer, you can freeze it.
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Nutrition information provided is just an estimate and may vary based on specific ingredients used.