Easy Homemade Immunity Shot (Print version)
A bright ginger turmeric citrus shot made in a blender or juicer in about 10 minutes.
# Ingredients:
For the shots
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2 inches (25 g) fresh ginger root, scrubbed and roughly chopped
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2 inches (20 g) fresh turmeric root, scrubbed and roughly chopped, or 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
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2 medium oranges, peeled and seeded if needed
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1 lemon, peeled and seeded if needed
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1/3 cup (80 ml) coconut water or filtered water
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1 tablespoon honey, or maple syrup for a vegan option
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1 pinch ground black pepper
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1 small pinch cayenne pepper, optional
# Instructions:
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Scrub the ginger and turmeric. Peel the oranges and lemon, trimming away most of the white pith so the shot does not taste bitter.
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Add ginger, turmeric, oranges, lemon, coconut water, honey, black pepper, and cayenne to a high-speed blender. Blend for 45-60 seconds until very smooth and bright orange.
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Pour through a fine-mesh sieve or nut milk bag into a measuring cup. Press firmly to extract as much liquid as possible and discard the dry pulp.
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Taste the shot. Add a splash more coconut water if it is too strong, or a squeeze of lemon if it needs more brightness.
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Pour into 6 small 2-ounce bottles or shot glasses. Refrigerate until cold, then shake well before serving.
# Good to know:
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Makes about six 2-ounce shots.
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Best within 24 hours, but keeps refrigerated for up to 3 days.
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Natural separation is normal. Shake before serving.