This ginger turmeric shot recipe is a delicious and immune-boosting option that you can easily make at home. It is made with fresh turmeric root, ginger, orange, lemon, and black pepper, offering benefits such as soothing a cold, fighting inflammation, and revitalizing and energizing your body. It’s like sunshine for the soul!
One of my favorite immunity-boosting juices is ginger turmeric shots. These shots are made with fresh turmeric root, ginger root, orange, lemon, and black pepper. You don’t even need a juicer for this recipe; a blender or mini blender works just fine!
Why you will love this
The health benefits of turmeric are abundant. Turmeric contains curcumin, a natural compound with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. These properties help fight cancer cells, regulate insulin, relieve arthritis, prevent Alzheimer’s, detoxify the liver, aid digestion, reduce cholesterol, and clarify the skin.
I love these immunity shots because they make me feel good, especially when I feel like I am about to come down with something. A little tool to help support my immune system.
Ginger Turmeric Shot Recipe Ingredients
I love using fresh turmeric root in the recipe, but feel free to substitute ground turmeric if needed. A little black pepper helps the turmeric become more absorbable.
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- Turmeric Root – I love using fresh turmeric root in the recipe, but feel free to substitute ground turmeric if needed. A little black pepper helps the turmeric become more absorbable.
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- Ginger root – Sliced ginger root adds a delicious zing!
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- Orange – for a subtle sweetness and vitamin C. Or substitute fresh orange juice.
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- Lemon – burst of citrus flavor and more vitamin C.
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- Black Pepper – helps the turmeric be more bioavailable to the cells in the body. You could also add a pinch of cayenne to help with congestion.
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- Filtered Water – to dilute just a bit! Or feel free to add coconut water.
How to make Ginger Turmeric Shots
Step 1: Peel and cut the turmeric into small pieces. Peel and thinly slice the ginger. Peel the orange.
Step 2: Blend. Place the turmeric, ginger, and orange in the blender and blend. And yes, you can use a juicer, see recipe notes!
Step 3: Strain. Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer, along with a bit of water to dilute it. Press the pulp down using a spoon to extract more liquid.
Step 4: Add lemon juice to taste and stir in a pinch of black pepper.
Serving suggestions
Pour the mixture into a small glass or shot glass. You can also store them in small bottles for “on the go” shots.
Storing Turmeric Ginger Shots
You can make a large batch and store it in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to 4 days.