Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 16 oz. fresh ginger, (peeled and diced or sliced)
  • 2 cups granulated sugar, (plus 1/2 cup)
  • water ((about 2 cups))

Instruction

  • Cut ginger into small pieces or thin slices. Pieces should be about 1/2 inch in diameter. Slices should be about 1/4" thick. Pieces will keep a slightly chewy bite in the center, while slices are easier to dip in chocolate.
  • Place the ginger slices in a saucepan and cover with water. Simmer for 20 minutes, then drain.
  • Place back in sauce pan, add 2 cups of sugar and cover with water. Heat to boiling, then simmer for 45 minutes.
  • Drain (reserving the syrup) then spread on a parchment or wax paper lined baking sheet.
  • Let the ginger dry overnight on the kitchen counter.
  • Place 1/2 cup sugar in a bowl, along with the dried ginger (ginger will still be sticky) and mix to coat the ginger with the sugar.
  • Place ginger back on the baking sheet and let sit for several hours.
  • Remove excess sugar and store in an airtight container.