Diced Crystallized Ginger

Enjoy these crystallized ginger pieces as a snack or add them to homemade trail mix for a naturally sweet, spicy crunch. Use diced candied ginger in cookies, muffins, scones, cakes, biscotti, fruit breads, granola, and other baked goods. It also adds bright ginger flavor to chutneys, fruit compotes, salsas, stir-fries, teriyaki sauce, and sweet-and-sour marinades.

Crystallized ginger, also known as candied ginger, starts with young, fiberless ginger that's gently cooked in cane sugar syrup before being coated in sugar. The result is a chewy, sweet-spicy ingredient that's equally at home as a crystallized ginger snack or as ginger for baking and cooking. Explore more tips and recipes in our Behind the Seasoning guide. Explore more tips and recipes in our Behind the Seasoning guide.

What are crystallized ginger pieces good for?

Crystallized ginger pieces are incredibly versatile. Enjoy them as a sweet, chewy snack, add them to homemade trail mix, or use them as ginger for baking in cookies, cakes, muffins, scones, and quick breads. Candied ginger also pairs well with savory dishes like stir-fries, chutneys, marinades, and fruit salsas, adding sweet heat and bright ginger flavor.

Is crystallized ginger the same as candied ginger?

Yes. Crystallized ginger and candied ginger are two names for the same ingredient. Fresh ginger is cooked in cane sugar syrup, then coated with sugar to create a chewy, sweet-spicy treat that's perfect for snacking, baking, and cooking.

Can I substitute crystallized ginger for fresh ginger?

Not always. Crystallized ginger has a sweet coating and chewy texture, making it best for baked goods, desserts, trail mixes, and recipes where you want pieces of ginger. For recipes that rely on the sharp flavor of fresh ginger, such as stir-fries or sauces, fresh ginger is usually the better choice.