Both of the above or also a vegetable peeler.

why ? there is no needing ,,for peeling ginger , clean it , crate it . eat it , fry it , put it in the freezer .

this is my way !

Greets from Greece !

Try using a spoon to scrape away the peel (make sure to be firm with it!). Here's a helpful video demonstration: http://www.food52.com/blog/2257_how_to_peel_ginger