Pickled Ginger (Beni Sho-ga)
Pickled Ginger (Beni Sho-ga) might be just the hor d'oeuvre you are searching for. This gluten free, primal, and vegan recipe serves 25. One serving contains 5 calories, 0g of protein, and 0g of fat. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes. A mixture of ginger, kosher salt, beet, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so flavorful.
Instructions
Put beet in a small saucepan with water to cover by 1 in. Bring to a boil, then simmer until tender when pierced with the tip of a small knife, about 25 minutes.
Drain. When cool enough to handle, peel and cut into quarters.
Meanwhile, put ginger in a medium saucepan with water to cover by 2 in. Bring to boil.
Drain and repeat process once or twice more, depending on the spiciness of the ginger. It should have a strong taste but not be too spicy.
Combine rice vinegar and salt with 1 cup water in a small bowl, stirring to dissolve salt.
Add ginger and beet, cover, and chill overnight.
Make ahead: Up to 2 weeks, chilled.