Ginger
Spices$2.99 / lbApproximate price based on US supermarkets.
Fresh ginger is an aromatic root with a pungent, citrusy heat that appears in some Mexican dishes with Asian and Arabic influences. It is used in Christmas ponche, Veracruz-style seafood sauces, and pineapple tepache. It is also paired with cinnamon in warm drinks such as atole and traditional herbal infusions.
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How it's used in Mexican cooking
Ginger, part of the spices section of the Mexican pantry, appears in 11 recipes in our collection, including Beef Birria, Birria Tacos (Quesabirria) and Pork Loin in Prune and Chilli Sauce. Each recipe shows step by step how it is added, in what quantity and which other ingredients it is paired with — the most reliable guide to how it is actually used in Mexican cooking.
Recipes using ginger
Storage and substitutes
How to store it
Store spices in airtight jars away from light, heat and moisture. Ground spices lose their aroma within months, while whole ones (cinnamon sticks, cloves, peppercorns) keep it far longer — grind them just before use. Seasoning pastes such as achiote should be refrigerated once opened.
Frequently asked questions
How many recipes use Ginger?
Ginger is used in 11 recipes in our collection, such as Beef Birria and Birria Tacos (Quesabirria). The full list, with a photo and link for each recipe, is on this page.
Where can I buy Ginger in the US?
You can buy Ginger online via the Amazon link on this page, or look for it at Mexican and Latino grocery stores in the US.
How should Ginger be stored?
Store spices in airtight jars away from light, heat and moisture. Ground spices lose their aroma within months, while whole ones (cinnamon sticks, cloves, peppercorns) keep it far longer — grind them just before use. Seasoning pastes such as achiote should be refrigerated once opened.
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