12 ways to cook without making a total mess in the kitchen

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How to grate ginger neatly

Ginger is an Asian spice that adds a subtle yet important flavor profile to recipes. But when used fresh, it's not the tidiest ingredient to handle. One way to make the grating process less messy is to place the portion of ginger you're planning to use in the freezer. Then when you go to grate it, it will have a harder texture, which will make it easier to manage. And don't worry about the freezing part—ginger thaws quickly once peeled.