How much sugar is in crystallized ginger? The surprising truth.
                                
                                
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                                Crystallized ginger, also known as candied ginger, can contain upwards of 70% to over 80% sugar by weight, a direct result of its preservation process. This spicy-sweet treat is a stark contrast to the nearly sugar-free fresh root it originates from.