Chewiest Ginger Candy Recipe | How to Make Ginger Chews in 15 Mins

Summary

In this video, the host demonstrates how to make delicious, chewy ginger candy from scratch. The process involves peeling and grating fresh ginger to extract juice, then combining it with butter, glutinous rice flour, brown sugar, and honey. The mixture is brought to a boil, and after it thickens, it's poured onto parchment paper and cut into bite-sized pieces. The candy is dusted with cornstarch to prevent stickiness. The result is a rich, chewy ginger treat that’s both flavorful and fun to make, though it’s recommended to be cautious of its chewy texture.

Takeaways

• 😀 Peel the ginger using a potato peeler to remove the skin before grating.
• 😀 You only need about 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger for the candy.
• 😀 The hardest part of making the candy is extracting the ginger juice.
• 😀 You can use a spoon or cheesecloth to squeeze the ginger juice out.
• 😀 Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the mixture to enhance the flavor and texture.
• 😀 Glutinous rice flour (1 tablespoon) is essential for creating the chewy texture of the candy.
• 😀 Brown sugar (½ cup) contributes to the candy's color and sweetness.
• 😀 Honey (2 tablespoons) is added for added sweetness and flavor.
• 😀 Bring the mixture to a boil and then lower the heat to simmer once large bubbles form.
• 😀 Stir continuously when adding glutinous rice flour to avoid clumping and ensure smoothness.
• 😀 Pour the candy mixture onto parchment paper, let it cool, and cut it into pieces once firm.
• 😀 Dust the candy pieces with cornstarch to prevent stickiness when handling.
• 😀 Use kitchen scissors to cut the candy into small pieces for easy consumption.
• 😀 The candy is very chewy, so be mindful of your teeth when enjoying it.

Q & A

What is the first step in making the ginger candy?

The first step is to peel the skin off a piece of fresh ginger. You can use a potato peeler for this.

How much ginger juice is needed for the recipe?

You need about one tablespoon of ginger juice for the recipe.

What is the most challenging part of making this candy?

The hardest part of making this candy is extracting the ginger juice, as it requires some effort.

Can you use a different method for extracting ginger juice apart from using a spoon?

Yes, you can use a cheesecloth to squeeze out the ginger juice instead of using a spoon.

Why is glutinous rice flour added to the mixture?

Glutinous rice flour is added to give the candy its chewy texture.

What role does brown sugar play in this candy?

Brown sugar adds a rich flavor and gives the candy its attractive brown color.

Why is honey included in the recipe?

Honey is used to add sweetness and help with the consistency of the candy as it cooks.

What should you do when the mixture starts boiling?

Once the mixture starts boiling and bubbling, reduce the heat and gradually add the glutinous rice flour while stirring.

How do you know when the candy mixture is ready to be poured?

The candy mixture is ready when it thickens and you can easily peel it off the parchment paper.

What is the purpose of dusting the candy with cornstarch?

Dusting the candy with cornstarch prevents it from sticking and helps it stay dry and easy to handle.