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Tarla Dalal
06 December, 2024
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ginger garlic paste recipe | homemade ginger garlic paste | how to make ginger garlic paste | how to store ginger garlic paste is a basic recipe for most of the culinary fare we cook and most of the cuisines too. Learn how to make and store ginger garlic paste.
To make ginger garlic paste, combine all the ingredients in the mixer and blend till smooth using ½ tbsp of water. Transfer the mixture in an air-tight container, and store it in the refrigerator upto 1 week.
Ginger garlic paste has become a part of most people’s standard shopping list. Every other recipe asks for ginger garlic paste, and it is available in different pack sizes from different brands, but in this recipe we show you how to make this commonly used ingredient right at home.
You will find that homemade ginger garlic paste has a fresher and more dynamic flavour than store-bought ones. Plus, it is devoid of harmful preservatives. Sometimes, commercial brands use vinegar for preservation, which changes the flavour of the paste.
On the other hand, this pure and simple version gives you a very authentic taste. You can make a large batch and store ginger garlic paste in the deep freezer for around two months. Alternatively, you can make small and fresh batches once in a while and store in the refrigerator for upto a week.
Try some of your favourite Indian recipes with homemade ginger garlic paste like dal makhani, aloo frankie, paneer lababdar and veg cutlets. Chinese starters like veg crispy also make use of ginger garlic paste to enhance the flour of the batter for frying veggies.
Further both ginger and garlic have medicinal properties. Ginger has a unique and sharp flavor. Gingerol is the main bioactive compound in ginger, responsible for much of its medicinal properties. It has powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. Read more benefits of ginger. On the other hand, The active ingredient allicin present in garlic aids in lowering blood pressure and maintaining blood cholesterol levels. It exhibits anti-bacterial properties too. Read more benefits of garlic.
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Preparation Time
15 Mins
Cooking Time
None Mins
Total Time
15 Mins
Makes
1 cup
Ingredients
For Ginger Garlic Paste
1 cup peeled garlic (lehsun)
1/2 cup peeled and roughly chopped ginger (adrak)
1 tsp salt
Method
- To make ginger garlic paste, combine all the ingredients in the mixer and blend till smooth using ½ tbsp of water.
- Transfer the mixture in an air-tight container, and store it in the refrigerator upto 1 week.
- If you want to store the ginger garlic paste for longer period, store it in the deep freezer, upto two months.
- You can add 1 tsp of oil if you wish to, however it is optional.
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In a mixer, put 1 cup peeled garlic (lehsun). You can buy readymade garlic or peel it at home. To peel it easily, place the garlic pods in the microwave, and heat on HIGH for 20 seconds (might take more or less depending on the wattage of your microwave). When you remove it, be careful as it might be a little hot, but you will be surprised to see that the garlic pods will just slip out of their skin!
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Add 1/2 cup peeled and roughly chopped ginger .
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Add 1 teaspoon oil (optional). If you wish you can increase the quantoty of oil to get extra smooth homemade ginger garlic paste.
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Add 1/2 tablespoon water. This helps in grinding the paste.
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Add 1 tsp salt. Salt is a must as it preserves the colour of the paste and acts as a good preservative. Hence we recommend that you use the measured quantity of salt. If the salt is less, then the paste changes the colour to light green.
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Pulse for 10 to 20 seconds.
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Mix the partially blended paste with a spoon.
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Blend again. We can see that a bit more blending is required.
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Blend till you get a smooth ginger garlic paste. Ensure that no piece of ginger or garlic is left behind.
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To store ginger garlic paste, transfrer it in a glass container and keep it in the fridge. It stays fresh for upto a week. If you wish you can store in any air-tight container (except glass) in the deep-freezer for upto 2 months. Remember to remove it from the freezer at least half an hour before use.
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In a mixer, put 1 cup peeled garlic (lehsun). You can buy readymade garlic or peel it at home. To peel it easily, place the garlic pods in the microwave, and heat on HIGH for 20 seconds (might take more or less depending on the wattage of your microwave). When you remove it, be careful as it might be a little hot, but you will be surprised to see that the garlic pods will just slip out of their skin!
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To peel garlic easily, place the garlic pods in the microwave, and heat on HIGH for 20 seconds (might take more or less depending on the wattage of your microwave). When you remove it, be careful as it might be a little hot, but you will be surprised to see that the garlic pods will just slip out of their skin!
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Though oil is optional, we recommend adding it to get a smooth finished paste and also increase its shelf life.
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Salt is needed to preserve the colour of the paste. If the salt is less, then the paste changes the colour to light green. Hence we recommend that you use the measured quantity of salt.
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It stays fresh for upto a week in the fridge. If you wish you can store in any air-tight container (except glass) in the deep-freezer for upto 2 months. Remember to remove it from the freezer at least half an hour before use.
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To peel garlic easily, place the garlic pods in the microwave, and heat on HIGH for 20 seconds (might take more or less depending on the wattage of your microwave). When you remove it, be careful as it might be a little hot, but you will be surprised to see that the garlic pods will just slip out of their skin!
Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
Energy | 12 cal |
Protein | 0.7 g |
Carbohydrates | 2.1 g |
Fiber | 0.5 g |
Fat | 0 g |
Cholesterol | 0 mg |
Sodium | 194.7 mg |
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Meena GopalaKrishnan
March 13, 2025, midnight
Do we have to add oil... can''t we make it without oil.... thank you _x0001F64F_

Tarla Dalal
March 13, 2025, midnight
Hi, Oil is added to avoid discoloration of the paste..add a small quantity, or else make small quantity and use it within a weeks time..

Aman Kulkarni
March 13, 2025, midnight
this ginger garlic paste is very useful and can be used as a substitute for garlic in recipe's

Marceline
March 13, 2025, midnight
Thanks for sharing this recipe. Friend, I would like to know if I can use water instead of oil. Could I make the paste using only garlic and salt? How much time is conserved in the refrigerator? Thanks a lot!

Tarla Dalal
March 13, 2025, midnight
Hi Marceline, If you add water, the shelf life will be less. Yes you can make the garlic and salt paste and can store it in the fridge for 1 week and freezer for 2 weeks.

Vishal singh
March 13, 2025, midnight
Hi Ma''am, can you please tell the quantity in grams how much ginger and how much garlic should we take also can v add green chili if yes how much gram... Please reply.