Fruit & vegetables
How long does ginger last?
Ginger lasts 3–4 weeks in the fridge, 1 week at room temperature, 6 months in the freezer. Store ginger in the fridge for the best results.
FridgeBest
3–4 weeks
Cupboard / room temp
1 week
Freezer
6 months
How to store ginger
- Freeze whole ginger and grate it frozen, no peeling needed.
- Store unpeeled in a bag in the crisper.
Signs ginger has gone bad
Soft, shriveled or moldy root. When in doubt, throw it out. These are typical home-storage times; always check the package date.
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Questions about ginger
- How long does ginger last in the fridge?
- Ginger: 3–4 weeks in the fridge.
- Can you freeze ginger?
- Yes. Ginger keeps 6 months in the freezer. Store unpeeled in a bag in the crisper.
- Where should you store ginger?
- In the fridge. Freeze whole ginger and grate it frozen, no peeling needed.
- How can you tell if ginger has gone bad?
- Soft, shriveled or moldy root. When in doubt, throw it out.
