Description
A refreshing and invigorating Lemon Ginger Shot with a kick of cayenne pepper that helps boost immunity, promote digestion, and provide an energy boost for the day ahead.
Ingredients
1-2 inches of fresh ginger root (rinse and scrub, no peeling necessary)
1 medium lemon (peeled)
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup water
Optional: 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (for sweetness)
Instructions
- Rinse and scrub the ginger root thoroughly (there’s no need to peel it). Chop the ginger into slices. Peel the lemon and prepare it for blending.
- Add the ginger slices, lemon, cayenne pepper, and water into a high-powered blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and well-combined.
- Strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer, cheesecloth, or nut milk bag to remove any pulp or ginger fibers, ensuring a smooth shot.
- Pour the strained lemon-ginger mixture into small shot glasses or airtight containers. This makes it easy to grab one shot whenever needed.
- Store the shots in the refrigerator. Consume one shot every morning on an empty stomach or alongside breakfast for the best results.
Notes
- For an extra anti-inflammatory boost, you can add a pinch of turmeric to the mixture.
- If you prefer a sweeter shot, add honey or maple syrup to taste.
- Add fresh mint leaves or basil for a refreshing twist.
- You can double or triple the recipe to make a larger batch. Just store it in an airtight container in the fridge and consume within a few days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shot
- Calories: 5 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
