Best 5 Easy Peasy Ginger Beer Recipes

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Have you ever longed for a refreshing, bubbly beverage that tantalizes your taste buds and lifts your spirits? Look no further than the charming world of ginger beer! This delightful elixir, brimming with invigorating ginger, is a perfect companion for any occasion, be it a cozy evening at home or a lively gathering with friends. With its zesty and slightly spicy flavor, ginger beer offers a delightful dance of flavors that will leave you craving more. And the best part? Creating this effervescent wonder in the comfort of your own kitchen is easier than you might think! Embark on this culinary adventure and discover the secrets to crafting the "easy peasy" ginger beer that will become a beloved addition to your beverage repertoire.

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EASY PEASY GINGER BEER



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My fresh and summery ginger beer recipe is super quick and easy, with that lovely spiced kick

Provided by Jamie Oliver

Categories     Drinks     Fruit     Alfresco     Dinner Party     St. George's Day     Summer cocktails     British

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

140 g fresh ginger
4 tablespoons muscovado sugar
2-3 lemons
1 litre soda water or sparkling mineral water
a few sprigs of fresh mint

Steps:

  • Ginger beer is one of my favourite things in the world, especially blooming good in the summer when it's getting hot. I can't think of anything more sexy than having a big jug of iced ginger beer on the table with a barbecue on a hot day. The classic real ginger beers use a starter, and these are fantastic but slow, so here's my shortcut for getting amazing results taking hardly any time.
  • First of all you need to grate your ginger on a coarse cheese grater - you can leave the skin on if you like. Put the ginger with its pulpy juice into a bowl and sprinkle in your muscovado sugar. Remove the rind from 2 of your lemons with a vegetable peeler, add to the bowl, and slightly bash and squash with something heavy like a pestle or a rolling-pin. Just do this for 10 seconds, to mix up all the flavours. Squeeze the juice from all 3 lemons and add most of it to the bowl. Pour in your fizzy water or soda water.
  • Allow to sit for 10 minutes and then taste. You may feel that the lemons are slightly too sour, therefore add a little more sugar; if it's slightly too sweet, add a little more lemon juice. To be honest, these amounts are always a little variable so just follow your own taste. Pass the ginger beer through a coarse sieve into a large jug and add lots of ice and some sprigs of mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74 calories, Fat 0.3 g fat, SaturatedFat 0.1 g saturated fat, Protein 0.8 g protein, Carbohydrate 19 g carbohydrate, Sugar 6.6 g sugar, Sodium 0 g salt, Fiber 0 g fibre

EASY GINGER BEEF



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In looking for a healthier version of the standard ginger beef, I came up with this non-deep fried version. The longer you marinate the beef, the more ginger flavor it soaks up.

Provided by Littldot

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stir-Fry     Beef

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound round steak, thinly sliced
1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger root, peeled and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon butter
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
12 mushrooms, sliced
ΒΌ cup sweet and sour sauce
4 cups cooked rice

Steps:

  • Place steak, ginger, and soy sauce in a bowl; turn to coat steak. Cover tightly; marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
  • Heat a wok over high heat; pour in beef mixture. Cover wok; cook until beef is browned, about 5 minutes. Remove beef from wok.
  • Heat butter in wok over high heat; stir in bell pepper, onion, mushrooms, and sweet and sour sauce. Cover and cook until vegetables begin to soften, about 3 minutes. Stir cooked beef into vegetable mixture; cook until heated through, about 2 minutes. Serve over cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483.9 calories, Carbohydrate 66.7 g, Cholesterol 63 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 326.9 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

EASY GINGER BEER



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     beverage

Time 2h5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup peeled and chopped fresh ginger (about 6 ounces)
1 cup turbinado sugar
4 allspice berries
2 cloves
1 tablespoon chopped crystallized ginger
1 liter seltzer
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, optional

Steps:

  • Combine the ginger, sugar, allspice, cloves spices, and crystallized ginger, and 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat, cover and let steep for 45 minutes. Prepare a large bowl set over an ice bath. Strain the ginger syrup into the bowl, pressing out all the liquid from the ginger. Cool to room temperature.
  • Just before serving, stir together the ginger syrup and seltzer in a pitcher. Add the lime juice if desired. Serve over ice.

EASY PEASY GINGER BEER



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Provided by Jamie Oliver

Categories     beverage

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 ounces (140 grams) fresh ginger
4 tablespoons muscovado sugar
2 to 3 lemons
1 3/4 pints (1 liter) soda water or sparkling mineral water
Sprigs of fresh mint

Steps:

  • Grate the ginger on a coarse grater; you can leave the skin on if you like. Put the ginger with its pulpy juice in to a bowl and sprinkle in your muscovado sugar.
  • Remove the rind from 2 of your lemons with a vegetable peeler, add to the bowl, and slightly bash and squash with something heavy like a rolling pin or a pestle. Just do this for 10 seconds, to mix up the flavours.
  • Squeeze the juice from all 3 lemons and add most of it to the bowl. Pour in the fizzy water.
  • Allow to sit for 10 minutes and then taste. You may feel that the lemons are slightly too sour, therefore add a little more sugar; if it's slightly too sweet, add a little more lemon juice.
  • Pass the ginger beer through a coarse sieve in to a large jug and add lots of ice and some sprigs of mint.

TENNESSEE MULE



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Make and share this Tennessee Mule recipe from Food.com.

Provided by GinnyP

Categories     Beverages

Time 2m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 ounces sour mash
1/2 ounce lemon juice
ginger beer, chilled

Steps:

  • Stir sour mash and juice with ice in a large glass or mug.
  • Add ginger beer; stir briskly.
  • Add a dash of peach cordial, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3.5, Sodium 0.1, Carbohydrate 1.2, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.3, Protein 0.1

Tips for Making the Perfect Ginger Beer

  • Use fresh ginger: Fresh ginger has a more intense flavor than ground ginger, and it will give your ginger beer a more authentic taste.
  • Peel the ginger before using it: The peel of the ginger can be bitter, so it's best to peel it before using it in your ginger beer.
  • Don't boil the ginger: Boiling the ginger will destroy some of its flavor and aroma. Instead, steep it in hot water for 10-15 minutes.
  • Use a variety of spices: In addition to ginger, you can also add other spices to your ginger beer, such as cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom. This will give your ginger beer a more complex flavor.
  • Let your ginger beer ferment for at least 2 weeks: The longer you let your ginger beer ferment, the more flavorful it will be. However, you can start drinking it after just a few days if you like.
  • Store your ginger beer in a cool, dark place: Ginger beer is best stored in a cool, dark place, such as a refrigerator. This will help to preserve its flavor and aroma.

Conclusion

Ginger beer is a delicious and refreshing beverage that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's perfect for sipping on a hot summer day or enjoying as a mixer in your favorite cocktail. If you've never made ginger beer before, I encourage you to give it a try. It's easier than you think, and the results are definitely worth it.

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