Keep this flavorful root at its best with our expert-backed guide. There’s so much to love about ginger, from the pungent smell that announces its presence ahead of time to its one-of-a-kind flavor.

Choose fresh ginger by looking for smooth skin, firm weight, and a strong spicy aroma. Avoid ginger that’s wrinkled, light, moldy, mushy, or lacking smell. Store ginger in the fridge or freezer, peel ...