How to choose the best:
Ginger

AKA: STEM GINGER, GINGER ROOT

Touch

Look for firm ginger roots, with smooth, unwrinkled skins.

See

Keep an eye out for major blemishes on the surface of the root.

Some more details:

How to clean

The best way to remove the skin from your root is to use the edge of a spoon to simply scrape off the tender skin.

How to store

Once cut, store your ginger in the fridge — or even the freezer if you won’t use it up soon enough!

When it's in season

Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec.