Gari

Directions

1. 1
   Peel and thinly slice the ginger, using a mandoline if you have one.
2. 2
   Toss it with the salt and let stand for an hour.
3. 3
   Rinse thoroughly.
4. 4
   Combine about 1/4 cup rice vinegar with an equal amount of water and the sugar; heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
5. 5
   Cool slightly and combine with the ginger in a nonmetal bowl.
6. 6
   If the liquid does not cover the ginger, add more vinegar and water, again in equal parts.
7. 7
   Cover and refrigerate.
8. 8
   You can begin eating the ginger within a day, though it will improve for several days and keep for up to a couple of weeks.