Fresh Produce(916)

How do I use fresh ginger when making stir-fry dishes?

You can chop, mince, or grate fresh ginger to add to your stir-fry dishes, but be sure to add in your ginger toward the end of the cooking process. Ginger can easily burn in a hot pan. Also, don’t toss in large chunks or cubes of fresh ginger, because ginger is a root and tough to chew and it’s also spicy and may be too intense in a large piece. For a convenient way to add fresh ginger to your dishes, you can also use a stir-in ginger paste that you can keep stored in your fridge.

What’s a tasty dip that pairs well with a fruit tray?

Mix Greek yogurt with a little maple syrup for a fast and delicious dip that pairs well with most fruits. Blend cream cheese with cool whip and marshmallow cream for another delicious dip that takes no time at all. For chocolate lovers, you can make your own dessert hummus using ground chickpeas, cocoa powder, almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla.

Can I use mini sweet peppers in place of bell peppers?

Bell peppers have a peppery taste, while mini sweet peppers are on the sweeter side. Mini sweet peppers come in yellow, red, and orange, but not green. Depending on your recipe, you may be able to use the peppers interchangeably, but keep in mind mini peppers are more delicate and cook much faster than heartier bell peppers. The taste and textural differences may affect your recipe.