Ginger Shot Recipe
Need a quick pick-me-up? This ginger shot recipe is full of immune boosting ingredients like turmeric, ginger, and oranges. Throw back one of these any time you need a little boost of the immune system.
Servings 4
Calories 82kcal
Equipment
- Blender or Juicer
Ingredients
- ¼ cup ginger root
- 1 ounce turmeric root about 1 inch long, or 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
- 2 lemons
- 1 orange
- 2 tablespoons agave syrup
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- pinch of black pepper optional
Instructions
- Prep the produce. Thoroughly wash the ginger and turmeric root and scrub to remove any dirt. Peel the turmeric using a knife or the back of a spoon. Peel the lemons and orange.
By Blender:
- By blender, add the orange, lemon, ginger, turmeric, agave syrup and cayenne pepper to the pitcher of your high-speed blender. Blend on high until smooth.¼ cup ginger root, 1 ounce turmeric root, 2 lemons, 1 orange, 2 tablespoons agave syrup, ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper, pinch of black pepper
- Using a nut milk bag or fine mesh strainer over a large bowl, add the ginger shots to separate the solids from the liquid. For the nut milk bag, squeeze gently to release the juice. For the strainer, use the back of a spoon to press on the pulp and push the juice out.
- Enjoy immediately or transfer to clean airtight containers.
By Juicer:
- By juicer, one at a time, add the ginger root, turmeric root, lemons, and orange.¼ cup ginger root, 1 ounce turmeric root, 2 lemons, 1 orange
- Stir in the agave, cayenne and black pepper.2 tablespoons agave syrup
- Enjoy immediately or transfer to clean airtight containers.
Notes
Store up to 5 days in the refrigerator or freeze. Pour into ice cube trays and freeze until solid. Then transfer to a freezer-safe container. You can thaw in the freeze overnight before consuming, or pop them into the blender when making a smoothie for a boost of nutrients.
One serving is 2 ounces. Shake well before consuming.
If the shots are too potent for your preference, dilute with a little coconut water.
Use the leftover pulp in your curries, soups and stews.
Nutrition
Calories: 82kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 160mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 112IU | Vitamin C: 48mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 0.04mg