Gari

1. 1

   Peel and thinly slice the ginger, using a mandoline if you have one.

2. 2

   Toss it with the salt and let stand for an hour.

3. 3

   Rinse thoroughly.

4. 4

   Combine about 1/4 cup rice vinegar with an equal amount of water and the sugar; heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar.

5. 5

   Cool slightly and combine with the ginger in a nonmetal bowl.

6. 6

   If the liquid does not cover the ginger, add more vinegar and water, again in equal parts.

7. 7

   Cover and refrigerate.

8. 8

   You can begin eating the ginger within a day, though it will improve for several days and keep for up to a couple of weeks.

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