Lemon Ginger Turmeric Shots

Lemon ginger turmeric shots are a potent and refreshing way to start your day, packed with immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties. These small but mighty shots can be taken as a quick morning ritual or whenever you need a natural energy boost or immune support. 

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• 💗 Why You’ll Love These Lemon Ginger Turmeric Shots
• 🥣 Ingredients and Notes
• 🛠 Key Equipment
• 👩🏻‍🍳 How to Make Lemon Ginger Turmeric Shots
• 🍋 Nutritional Tip
• 📝 Expert Tips
• 📖 Variations and Substitutions
• ❓ Frequently Asked Questions
• 🍽 How to Serve
• 🫙 How to Store
• 😋 More Nutritious Drinks!
• ⚖️ Serving Size
• 🎥 Video
• Recipe

These lemon ginger turmeric shots are a powerhouse of nutritional benefits. These components offer numerous health advantages individually, but together, they pack a mighty punch. 

Lemons contain a good amount of vitamin C, which is known to support a healthy immune system and add a tart, fresh flavor.

Ginger has been used as a treatment for digestive issues for centuries and is thought to help with nausea, bloating, and other general stomach ailments. In addition, they offer immune support.

Turmeric, whose active ingredient is curcumin, has been used for centuries as a remedy for inflammation. In addition, curcumin has potent antioxidant properties, which may help our bodies fight off the impact of free radical damage. Free radicals may cause damage to our cells, resulting in illness or disease. 

If you’re looking for a little immune boost, especially as the winter months approach, these lemon ginger turmeric shots are exactly what you need. 

💗 Why You’ll Love These Lemon Ginger Turmeric Shots

Spicy and Pungent: The combination of flavors will wake up your taste buds.

Powerful Anti-Inflammatory: Amazing ingredients with anti-inflammatory properties.

Immune Booster: Loaded with immune-boosting characteristics. 

Rich in Antioxidants: These ingredients contain a plethora of antioxidants.

Bright and Sunny: The bright yellow color is bound to bring some cheer to your day.

🥣 Ingredients and Notes

Lemons: Fresh, organic lemons are best, but conventional ones will also work. 

Ginger: Unpeeled is fine if you are using organic. If not, I suggest you remove the peel.

Turmeric: Fresh is more potent, but you can use turmeric powder if you can’t find any. Again, choose organic or the best quality you can find. Be careful when handling turmeric stains.

Black Pepper: Just a pinch of black pepper helps to enhance turmeric absorption.

Maple Syrup: This is optional to add some sweetness. Note, if you add maple syrup, use pure maple syrup and not table syrup. 

Water: I prefer filtered water to make these shots, but tap water will also work. 

🛠 Key Equipment

Grater: You’ll need a grater for the ginger and the fresh turmeric. A microplane also works well. 

Sieve: A fine mesh sieve removes any pulp to help you get a clear, smooth shot. 

Pot: Any small pot will work.

Airtight Container: Choose an airtight container or mason jar to store the unused portion. 

Juicer: A hand or electric juicer. 

Shot Glasses: It’s fun to drink these in shot glasses.

👩🏻‍🍳 How to Make Lemon Ginger Turmeric Shots

1. Wash the lemons, ginger, and turmeric thoroughly and dry well. You can leave the skin on the ginger and turmeric if organic, as the skin contains valuable nutrients. 
2. Cut the lemons in half and juice them using a citrus juicer or by hand. I find a juicer extracts more juice than if you try to squeeze the juice by hand. Remove any seeds, and pour the freshly squeezed lemon juice into a bowl.
3. Using a fine grater or a microplane, grate the ginger and turmeric into the bowl with the lemon juice. Be cautious while grating turmeric, as it can stain your hands, clothing, and the kitchen counter. 
4. Add a pinch of black pepper to the bowl. Black pepper contains piperine, which enhances the absorption of curcumin, the active compound in turmeric.
5. Mix the lemon juice, grated ginger, grated turmeric, and black pepper thoroughly. If you prefer a smoother texture, you can strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove any larger pieces of ginger and turmeric.
6. If you prefer a sweeter shot, you can add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup to the mixture at this point. This can help balance the flavors and add a touch of natural sweetness.
7. Heat one cup of water until it’s warm but not boiling. You want the water to be warm enough to help dissolve the ingredients without destroying their beneficial properties.
8. Pour the warm water into the bowl with the lemon, ginger, turmeric, and optional sweetener. Stir the mixture well until everything is combined.
9. Carefully pour the lemon-ginger turmeric mixture into the shot glasses using a funnel. 

🍋 Nutritional Tip

Consume one shot in the morning on an empty stomach for maximum benefits. Remember to shake the shot well before drinking it as the ingredients may settle over time.

📝 Expert Tips

• Choose organic wherever you can to minimize your exposure to pesticides. 
• Buy local produce, if possible, for the best flavor.
• Bring the lemons to room temperature before juicing to extract as much juice as possible.
• Use a food processor to finely grate the ginger and turmeric instead of a hand grater for ease.

📖 Variations and Substitutions

• Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to spice things up even more.
• Mix in some fresh orange juice to sweeten up the shot.
• Substitute ground turmeric for fresh turmeric.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

🍽 How to Serve

Though most often consumed on its own, on an empty stomach, this shot will pair well with your favorite breakfast: Chocolate Smoothie Bowl, Cornmeal Porridge With Coconut Milk, Vegan Breakfast Burritos, or Mango Pancakes. 

🫙 How to Store

Refrigerate: Store any leftovers of the mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. Shake well before using it, as the ingredients may separate.

Freeze: Pour into an ice cube tray. Once frozen, place the cubes in an airtight container. When ready for another shot, remove one cube and defrost overnight in the fridge. 

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⚖️ Serving Size

This recipe should yield around 4 to 6 shots, depending on the size of your glasses. You can easily double the recipe to get twice as many shots. 

🎥 Video

Recipe