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25 Healing Ginger Recipes for Cold and Flu Season

Last Updated on November 1, 2019 by Laura Grande

Ginger has a long history of medicinal purposes, so make sure it's your go-to ingredient when you're in the thick of a nasty cold or flu bug. From comforting soups and hearty stir-fries to refreshing lemonades and ginger-laced cookies, we've got a variety of recipes that will have you on the road to recovery in no time.

  • Orange-Ginger Broth with Soba Noodles
     
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    Orange-Ginger Broth with Soba Noodles

    <p> Brighten up a gloomy sick day at home with this boldly flavoured soup packed to the brim with veggies, hints of citrus and warming ginger to soothe all your ailments. The <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/global-eats/blog/fresh-soba-noodle-bowl-with-garlic-shrimp-miso-dressing-34884/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">soba noodles</a> add just the right amount of heartiness to fill your belly. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/orange-ginger-broth-with-soba-noodles/8023/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Orange-Ginger Broth with Soba Noodles</a></strong> </p>
  • Salmon in Parchment with Ginger, Soy and Enoki Mushrooms
     
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    Salmon in Parchment with Ginger, Soy and Enoki Mushrooms

    <p> <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/best-salmon-fillet-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Salmon</a> is always a nice, light fish to indulge in when you're feeling low with a head cold. And while serving it steamed in individual parchment parcels is visually appealing, it's also (more importantly) loaded up with healing properties such as ginger, lemon and enoki mushrooms. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/salmon-in-parchment-with-ginger-soy-and-enoki-mushrooms/12819/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Anna Olson's Salmon in Parchment with Ginger, Soy and Enoki Mushrooms</a></strong> </p>
  • 15-Minute Tofu and Vegetable Stir Fry
     
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    15-Minute Tofu and Vegetable Stir Fry

    <p> Although you're probably not in the mood to crawl out of bed to whip up a meal, this speedy dish is ready in minutes and contains many beneficial ingredients to help you combat that nasty cold and flu. Toss baked tofu in a homemade Asian marinade, along with chopped veggies and a generous chunk of fresh ginger. Find more inspiration with these <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/12-quick-dinner-recipes-ready-in-15-minutes-or-less/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">dinner recipes ready in 15 minutes or less</a>. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/15-minute-tofu-and-vegetable-stir-fry/22828/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">15-Minute Tofu and Vegetable Stir Fry</a></strong> </p>
  • Vegan Thai Curry Pumpkin Soup with Coconut Milk
     
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    Vegan Thai Curry Pumpkin Soup with Coconut Milk

    <p> This glorious <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/high-protein-vegan-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">vegan</a> Thai curry pumpkin soup has our heads spinning. Warm, comforting and absolutely delicious, it's you best bet to feeling better. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/blog/vegan-thai-curry-pumpkin-soup/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vegan Thai Curry Pumpkin Soup with Coconut Milk</a></strong> </p>
  • Asian Noodle Salad with Sweet Ginger Dressing
     
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    Asian Noodle Salad with Sweet Ginger Dressing

    <p> If you've got a hankering for a healthy <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/meal-sized-salads/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">meal-sized salad</a>, this superfood version of traditional chow mein will knock your socks off. It's loaded with plenty of crunch, thanks to the bright veggies, and comfort, with the generous helping of noodles. But it's the sweet and zesty ginger dressing that truly brings it all together. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/blog/vegetarian-asian-noodle-salad-with-ginger-dressing-37608/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Asian Noodle Salad with Sweet Ginger Dressing</a></strong> </p>
  • Ginger Almond Eggplant Dip
     
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    Ginger Almond Eggplant Dip

    <p> If all you're able to stomach is a light snack, this tasty dip is loaded with healthy ingredients (hello, ginger, cumin and cardamom!) and is best served with green beans, carrots, asparagus spears, bread sticks and/or flat bread. Snack away! </p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/ginger-almond-eggplant-dip/13081/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ginger Almond Eggplant Dip</a></strong> </p>
  • Sweet Heat Chicken Thighs
     
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    Sweet Heat Chicken Thighs

    <p> An all-in-one meal made in a Dutch oven? Sign us up! This scrumptious dish will last you for days, which is ideal when you're lying on your couch binging Netflix while you heal. The kale, <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/in-season/photos/32-brilliant-ways-to-use-butternut-squash/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">butternut squash</a> and ginger will work wonders on your seasonal cold and flu. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/sweet-heat-chicken-thighs/22330/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Pioneer Woman's Sweet Heat Chicken Thighs</a></strong> </p>
  • Slow Cooker Red Thai Curry Soup
     
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    Slow Cooker Red Thai Curry Soup

    <p> Thai curry is all about the layering of flavours, so letting it simmer in your slow cooker will create a rich, complex dish that you'll savour as you battle a cold – especially considering its generous portion of ginger and garlic. If you're taking a sick day or working from home, let this cook on low for four hours. You can thank us later. Find more <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/photos/slow-cooker-curry-recipes-deliver-comfort/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">slow cooker curry recipes</a>. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/blog/slow-cooker-thai-red-curry-soup/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Slow Cooker Red Thai Curry Soup</a></strong> </p>
  • Vegetarian Cauliflower Fried Rice
     
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    Vegetarian Cauliflower Fried Rice

    <p> This deeply satisfying <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/best-cauliflower-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">cauliflower</a> fried rice dish requires plenty of peeled and minced ginger that will add a healing touch to your sick-day lunch.</p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/vegetarian-cauliflower-fried-rice/20867/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vegetarian Cauliflower Fried Rice</a></strong> </p>
  • Chinese-Takeout Skewers
     
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    Chinese-Takeout Skewers

    <p> <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/bbq/photos/popular-skewer-recipes-and-kebabs-for-the-grill/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Skewers</a> are a cinch to make, which means they also happen to be a great quick meal you can whip up when you're home with the flu bug. Between the ample amount of grated ginger, garlic cloves, naval oranges and baby corn, you'll be feeling right again in no time. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chinese-takeout-skewers/20000/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Chinese-Takeout Skewers</a></strong> </p>
  • Ginger Steak Salad
     
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    Ginger Steak Salad

    <p> This hearty salad will cheer you up with its flavour-packed marinade and positively scrumptious ginger- and soy-based dressing. You just might find yourself on the fast-track to recovery after you've gobbled it all up. If this is still too much, opt for one of these <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/healthy-10-minute-meals/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">healthy 10-minute meals</a> instead. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/ginger-steak-salad/15633/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Pioneer Woman's Ginger Steak Salad</a></strong> </p.
  • Carrot, Red Lentil and Ginger Soup
     
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    Carrot, Red Lentil and Ginger Soup

    <p> Heavy on the garlic and ginger, this hearty meal-sized <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/all-time-best-vegetarian-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">vegetarian</a> soup will help you combat that nasty cold and flu. Make a large portion so you can save some for the next day's lunch. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/carrot-red-lentil-and-ginger-soup/12102/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Carrot, Red Lentil and Ginger Soup</a></strong> </p>
  • Thai-Glazed Chicken Lettuce Wraps
     
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    Thai-Glazed Chicken Lettuce Wraps

    <p> "Wrap" up the last of that flu bug with this easy-to-make lettuce wrap packed with chicken breast, minced ginger, bell peppers and shredded cabbage. Don't forget the homemade ginger-garlic glaze – it'll ward off illness <em>and</em> vampires. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/thai-glazed-chicken-lettuce-wraps/21719/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Rachael Ray's Thai-Glazed Chicken Lettuce Wraps</a></strong> </p>
  • 15-Minute Asian Rice Salad
     
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    15-Minute Asian Rice Salad

    <p> This comforting salad will provide some of the nutrients and proteins you need for a full recovery. Sliced mushrooms, shelled edamame, shredded carrots, baby arugula and a generous chunk of ginger will all help you get back to your best self. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/15-minute-asian-rice-salad/22665/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">15-Minute Asian Rice Salad</a></strong> </p>
  • Split Pea and Ginger Soup
     
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    Split Pea and Ginger Soup

    <p> When you're feeling under the weather, there are few things in this world more comforting than curling up with a warm bowl of soup. Add a hearty dose of ginger to up the healing properties and you just might find yourself feeling better in no time. You can also try one of these low-maintenance <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/photos/slow-cooker-comfort-foods-sick-days/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">slow cooker comfort foods</a>. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/split-pea-and-ginger-soup/14325/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Split Pea and Ginger Soup</a></strong> </p>
  • Ginger-Soy Chicken Wings
     
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    Ginger-Soy Chicken Wings

    <p> We don't know about you, but when we're in the midst of our road to recovery, our hunger can suddenly catch up to us and take us unawares. These oven-baked chicken wings simmered in a ginger-soy marinade will fill you back up in no time. Make a large batch and keep the <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/easy-leftover-chicken-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">leftover chicken</a> for the following day. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/ginger-soy-chicken-wings/21437/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Giada de Laurentiis' Ginger-Soy Chicken Wings</a></strong> </p>
  • Pork Chops with Ginger Sauce
     
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    Pork Chops with Ginger Sauce

    <p> If you're officially on the mend and feeling a little restless, get moving around by prepping this simple <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/juicy-pork-chop-recipes-under-30-minutes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pork chop</a> dinner that you'll have on the table within 20 minutes. Ensure you're feeling healthy again by adding plenty of that homemade ginger sauce. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pork-chops-with-ginger-sauce/12066/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pork Chops with Ginger Sauce</a></strong> </p>
  • Ginger Butter Potatoes
     
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    Ginger Butter Potatoes

    <p> Ginger gives this potato side dish a delicious (and healing!) zip of flavour. Enjoy it alongside a hearty salad or soothing soup to ensure you've got a full belly. Want more ideas? We've got plenty of <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/photos/tasty-potato-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">perfect potato recipes</a> for any meal. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/ginger-butter-potatoes/9602/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Roger Mooking's Ginger Butter Potatoes</a></strong> </p>
  • New Year Green Smoothie
     
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    New Year Green Smoothie

    <p> Despite its name, you can enjoy this healthy concoction any time of year. The sweetness of the apple juice offsets the grainy texture of the kale, while the frozen blueberries and ginger add a nice kick with every sip. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/new-year-green-smoothie/15179/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">New Year Green Smoothie</a></strong> </p>
  • Tropical Fruit Salad with Ginger Syrup
     
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    Tropical Fruit Salad with Ginger Syrup

    <p> We'll bet this bright and refreshing medley of citrus, berries and fruit topped with an easy-to-make ginger syrup will become a breakfast or snack staple in your household. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/tropical-fruit-salad-with-ginger-syrup/16261/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bobby Flay's Tropical Fruit Salad with Ginger Syrup</a></strong> </p>
  • Sauteed Apples with Ginger Snap Crumble
     
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    Sauteed Apples with Ginger Snap Crumble

    <p> What might make you feel better when you're under the weather? A healthy-ish dessert, of course! This dish packs a lot of sweet flavours and healing ingredients that are guaranteed put some pep back in your step. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/sauteed-apples-with-ginger-snap-crumble/17959/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sauteed Apples with Ginger Snap Crumble</a></strong> </p>
  • Ultimate Ginger Cookies
     
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    Ultimate Ginger Cookies

    <p> Just because you're sick doesn't mean you can't indulge in a little treat – especially if it's got a few good-for-you ingredients, such as ginger and cinnamon. They'd make the perfect snack after one of <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/photos/ina-garten-best-soup-stew-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ina Garten's best soups and stews</a> have warmed your insides. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/ultimate-ginger-cookie/17442/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ina Garten's Ultimate Ginger Cookies</a></strong> </p>
  • Ginger-Honey Lemonade
     
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    Ginger-Honey Lemonade

    <p> If you're craving something cool and refreshing, make a pitcher of this classic thirst-quenching ginger-infused honey lemonade that will act as a cold compress on your inflamed throat. Find more <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/foods-soothe-sore-throat/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">foods that will soothe a sore throat</a>. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/honey-ginger-lemonade/17616/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ginger-Honey Lemonade</a></strong> </p>
  • Ginger Tea and Lemon Poached Pears
     
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    Ginger Tea and Lemon Poached Pears

    <p> This refreshing sweet treat will work wonders on your sore throat – and you can thank the combo of ginger, green tea, honey and Anjou pears for getting you on the fast road to recovery. </p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/ginger-tea-and-lemon-poached-pears/10971/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Anna Olson's Ginger Tea and Lemon Poached Pears</a></strong> </p>
  • Bourbon, Peach and Ginger Jam
     
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    Bourbon, Peach and Ginger Jam

    <p> We're 100 per cent here for this southern-inspired gem loaded with the complementary flavours of peaches, lemon, ginger and bourbon. Toast has never tasted so good.</p> <p> Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/bourbon-peach-and-ginger-jam/18697/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bourbon, Peach and Ginger Jam</a></strong> </p>
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