Ginger Turmeric Shots

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Written By Adriana Gatti

Stop buying those expensive ginger shots at the market and make them at home. They’re cheap & easy to make and I keep them in my fridge for easy grab and go most mornings during the wintertime. Don’t let cold season win and keep your immune system working for you.

Make sure you add a pinch of freshly ground black pepper to enhance the absorption the anti-inflammatory compound curcumin that’s found in turmeric!

These shots are: 

  • Citrusy

  • Spicy

  • Anti-inflammatory

  • Vitamin C-rich

  • Immune-boosting

  • & Super tasty

Fresh Ginger - Ginger has powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It also helps soothe nausea and digestion. I love the spice the ginger juice brings to these shots.

Fresh Turmeric - Thanks to the active compound, curcumin, turmeric is a strong anti inflammatory spice.

Orange - Oranges pack high fiber and high levels of vitamin C providing a plethora of health benefits. I add the peel in for the extra flavonoid benefits (hello gorgeous skin) and polyphenols (disease fighting)-just make sure to wash the peel & buy organic.

Lemon - A great source of vitamin C, lemons can help boost the immune system.


GINGER TURMERIC SHOTS

Yields 2 shots

INGREDIENTS

  • ¼ cup orange juice (60 ml) (1 juiced orange with peel included)

  • 2 inches fresh ginger root (peeled)

  • ½ cup coconut water (120 ml) (optional)

  • 2 inches fresh turmeric root (peeled), chopped or 1 tablespoon turmeric

  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper (to help improve turmeric absorption)

  • Squeeze half lemon

  • Squeeze half lime

PREPARATION

  • JUICER: Add all ingredients to a juicer.

  • BLENDER: Add all ingredients to a juicer. Add a little water if it has trouble blending but you shouldn’t need any. Then strain through a clean thin dish towel, small fine mesh strainer, or nut milk bag. Just be aware that turmeric can stain.

  • FOR SERVING: Divide between serving glasses and enjoy! For maximum benefits, enjoy immediately or keep in refrigerator for up to 3 days (though best fresh!)

  • LEFTOVER PULP: You can compost any leftover pulp or freeze into an ice cube try and add to future smoothies.

Adriana Gatti
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