How to Make the Perfect Turmeric Ginger Wellness Shot
Wellness · Easy · 10 min · 4 servings
A potent and invigorating one ounce shot packed with anti-inflammatory turmeric and spicy fresh ginger. This wellness shot is a powerful daily ritual for gut and immune health.
Why this recipe works
This Turmeric Ginger Wellness Shot recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 10 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 25 calories with 1g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 8 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 3 inches fresh turmeric root peeled
- 2 inches fresh ginger root peeled
- 3 whole lemons juiced
- 1 tbsp raw honey
- 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper
- 0.5 cup filtered water
- 1 pinch sea salt
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Juice the Roots
Feed the peeled turmeric and ginger through a juicer. If you do not have a juicer add both roots to a high speed blender with the filtered water and blend until completely pulverized.
Step 2: Strain the Mixture
If using a blender pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve or nut milk bag pressing firmly to extract all the liquid. Discard the remaining pulp or save it for smoothies.
Step 3: Combine All Ingredients
Add the fresh lemon juice honey black pepper cayenne and sea salt to the strained turmeric ginger liquid. Whisk or stir vigorously until the honey is fully dissolved and everything is combined.
Step 4: Taste and Adjust
Taste the shot and adjust flavor as needed. Add more honey if the shot is too spicy or more lemon if it needs brightness. Do not skip the black pepper as it increases turmeric absorption by up to 2000 percent.
Step 5: Pour and Store
Pour into small 1 ounce shot glasses and serve immediately. Store any remaining shots in a sealed glass jar in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Shake well before each use.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- fresh turmeric root → 1 tsp of ground turmeric powder per inch of fresh root
- raw honey → maple syrup for a fully vegan version
- fresh lemon juice → fresh orange juice for a sweeter and milder flavor
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Skipping the black pepper which dramatically reduces the bioavailability of curcumin the active compound in turmeric
- Using ground ginger instead of fresh ginger which produces a much weaker and less potent wellness benefit
- Storing the shots in plastic containers which can stain and absorb the strong turmeric flavor permanently
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 25 calories, 1g protein, 5g carbs, 0g fat, 1g fiber.
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