Ginger is a powerful and aromatic ingredient that gives dishes a spicy, slightly sweet and warm flavour. It is widely used in both Asian cuisines and Western dishes, and goes perfectly with both meat and fish. In this article, I share five delicious recipes featuring ginger, with both fish and meat options. These recipes show how versatile ginger can be and how it enhances the flavours of different proteins.
Roast chicken with honey and ginger
This roast chicken with a glossy honey-ginger glaze is a perfect balance of sweet, spicy and savoury. A delicious dish for a weekday meal or a special dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken drumsticks
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
- 1 lemon (juice)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C.In a bowl, mix the honey, grated ginger, garlic, lemon juice, soy sauce and olive oil.
- Rub the chicken legs with this mixture and place them in a baking dish.
- Roast the chicken in the oven for 35-40 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through. Baste the chicken halfway through with the remaining glaze for extra flavour.
- Serve the chicken with fresh vegetables and rice for a complete meal.
Fried salmon with ginger and lime
These quick-fried salmon fillets are full of flavour thanks to the combination of ginger, garlic and a dash of lime. This dish is light, fresh and perfect for a healthy meal.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
- 1 lime (juice and rind)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- Fresh coriander for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the ginger, garlic, lime juice, lime zest, soy sauce, olive oil and honey.
- Rub the salmon fillets with this mixture and let them marinate for 10 minutes.
- Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat and fry the salmon fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side, depending on thickness, until cooked and lightly caramelised.
- Garnish with fresh coriander and serve with steamed vegetables or quinoa.
Ginger beef stir-fry
This quick and spicy stir-fry combines tender slices of beef with the warming flavour of ginger and crunchy vegetables. Ideal for a quick weekday meal.
Ingredients
- 300 g steak, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
- 1 red pepper, in strips
- 200 g broccoli, in florets
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan and briefly fry the steak slices over high heat, until browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Add the ginger and garlic to the same pan and stir-fry briefly, until fragrant.
- Add the pepper and broccoli and cook for 5-6 minutes, until the vegetables are crisp.
- Mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil and rice vinegar in a bowl and pour over the vegetables.
- Return the beef to the pan and stir well. Serve immediately with steamed rice.
Roasted pork tenderloin with ginger-miso glaze
Pork tenderloin is a lean and juicy piece of meat, and combined with a ginger-miso glaze, it gets a delicious umami flavour with a spicy twist.
Ingredients
- 2 pork tenderloins
- 2 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove of garlic, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C. In a bowl, mix the miso paste, ginger, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, olive oil and garlic.
- Rub the pork tenderloins with the glaze and place them in a baking dish.
- Roast the pork tenderloins in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through, depending on thickness.
- Let the meat rest for 5 minutes before cutting and serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
Curry with ginger, coconut & scampi
A delicious, creamy curry with coconut milk and a tangy kick of fresh ginger. Filled with juicy prawns and plenty of vegetables, this curry is perfect for a tasty meal.
Ingredients
- 400 g scampi, peeled and cleaned
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
- 400 ml coconut milk
- 1 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 red pepper, in strips
- 1 courgette, sliced
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Fresh coriander for garnish
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large pan and fry the onion, garlic and ginger until soft.
- Add the curry paste and fry for 1 minute to release the flavours.
- Add the coconut milk, fish sauce and lime juice and bring to the boil.
- Add the pepper and courgette to the pan and simmer gently for 5-7 minutes.
- Add the prawns and cook for 3-4 minutes. Garnish with fresh coriander and serve the curry with steamed rice.
Ginger is an incredibly versatile ingredient that gives dishes a warm, spicy flavour. Whether you choose juicy chicken, tender beef slices or a creamy prawn curry, the addition of ginger provides that extra kick. Try one of these dishes and enjoy the delicious combination of ginger with meat or fish in your next meal!