Tiny plain amounts of ginger may be tolerated by some pets, but large servings or sugary preparations may upset digestion. Skip candied ginger, ginger ale, and ginger shots. Use plain fresh portions only.
Ginger is a knobby aromatic rhizome sold fresh, dried, ground, pickled, candied, and as tea or paste.
Used in stir-fries, curries, soups, baked goods, and drinks. Fresh ginger is typically peeled and grated; powdered ginger is used for baking and spice rubs.
Savory recipes often pair ginger with garlic, onion, soy sauce, or chili — those combinations matter more than plain ginger. Pickled ginger with sushi is usually sweetened. Ginger shots and concentrate syrups are stronger than tea.
