How to Make Candied Ginger for an Upset Stomach

Ginger has long been used as a remedy for upset stomachs. However, a lot of people would rather suffer than brave the taste of a teaspoon of ginger in a glass of water. Candied ginger, however, is much more palatable and just as effective. While this recipe for making candied ginger for an upset stomach is rather time-consuming (it takes four days to make, and five days before it is ready), you will find that it is time well spent.

Things You'll Need

• 2 cups fresh, peeled ginger
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 lemon or orange
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• Saucepan
• Wire rack
• Wax paper
• Glass jar with lid

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Instructions

How to Make Candied Ginger for an Upset Stomach

• 1

  Day 1: Cut the ginger into 1/2-inch squares; place in saucepan and add enough water to cover. Cover the saucepan and bring to a slow boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the ginger is fork-tender. Remove saucepan from heat. Replace cover and let stand at room temperature overnight.

• 2

  Day 2: Add 3 tablespoons of water to the saucepan and bring the ginger to a boil again. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Peel and slice 1/2 lemon or orange. Add to ginger along with 1 cup light corn syrup. Simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, cover and let stand at room temperature overnight.

• 3

  Day 3: Once again, add 3 tablespoons of water and bring the ginger mixture to a boil. Add 1/2 cup sugar and allow mixture to return to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Stir in the remaining sugar and return to a boil. Remove from heat, cover and let stand at room temperature overnight.

• 4

  Day 4: Add 3 tablespoons of water and bring the mixture to a boil one last time. Boil until the ginger is translucent and the syrup is no longer runny. (The syrup mixture will be very heavy and thick when spooned out of the saucepan.) Remove the ginger from the syrup and place on a wire rack to dry. (Place wax paper underneath the rack.) The ginger will need to be left to dry overnight. You will know it is ready when it is dry but still tacky to the touch. Dust with powdered sugar and store in a glass jar with lid. Use for upset stomachs as needed or after meals.