Young ginger is preferred for pickling, as it has a thin skin, which is incredibly easy to peel, and the flesh is tender and easy to thinly slice.
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Pickled ginger is usually found at sushi restaurants. The pink color comes from the pink tips of fresh young ginger. Young ginger is preferred for pickling, as it has a thin skin, which is incredibly easy to peel, and the flesh is tender and easy to thinly slice. It is a very simple recipe that can be made easil at home. Cut the ginger into chunks and place them into a bowl. Sprinkle with sea salt, stir to coat and let stand for about 30 minutes. Transfer the ginger to a clean jar. In a saucepan, stir together the rice vinegar and sugar until sugar has dissolved. Bring to a boil, then pour the boiling liquid over the ginger root pieces in the jar. Allow the mixture to cool, then put the lid on the jar and store in the refrigerator for at least one week.