Starters/Starters, Salads, Soups

Honey Ginger Pickles

Name: Honey Ginger Pickles
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 servings
Ingredients: 17.5 oz / 500 grams fresh ginger; 1 cup apple cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon raw honey; A pinch of salt (original: A pinch of salt)

Por Dada Shivananda

Honey Ginger Pickles are a wonderful addition to meals as they provide a unique balance of sweet and sour flavors. You can easily make this at home using a touch of natural honey for a mild sweetness that enhances soups and sauces. Making ginger pickles from scratch is both fun and healthy compared to buying them from the store.

Ginger is revered globally for its culinary and medicinal uses. It is one of the oldest natural remedies, prized for treating upset stomachs, respiratory issues, bloating, gas, acidity, and even skin problems. Its potent, pungent nature offers anti-inflammatory and antibacterial benefits, aids digestion, and supports gut microbial balance. A staple in Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine, ginger also helps stabilize Helicobacter pylori, which when overgrown, can lead to ulcers.

Natural honey, another home essential, brims with antioxidants including flavonoids and organic acids that combat free radicals and oxidative damage. Additionally, honey helps lower triglycerides, blood pressure, and bad cholesterol levels, promoting heart health. Topically, it accelerates wound healing and rejuvenates skin cells. Enjoy this mildly pungent, sweet, and tangy sauce that enlivens every dish!

Nutritional Benefits: Ginger is a potent spice with anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties that support digestion and a balanced gut microbiome. It serves as a natural remedy for ailments ranging from colds and muscle sprains to clearing lung phlegm and soothing a warm tea on cold nights. A staple in Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine, ginger helps stabilize Helicobacter pylori, reducing the risk of ulcers. Natural honey, rich in antioxidants such as flavonoids and organic acids, combats free radicals and oxidative damage. It also aids in lowering triglycerides, blood pressure, and harmful cholesterol, thus promoting heart health. When applied topically, honey accelerates wound healing and hydrates the skin through cell rejuvenation.