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Easy homemade fire cider recipe

Easy Homemade Fire Cider Recipe

This potent, tangy, and spicy concoction is packed with immune-boosting ingredients, making it a popular choice for those looking to bolster their health naturally.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Steeping Time 30 days
Total Time 30 days 10 minutes
Servings 32 ounces

Equipment

  • 2 Quart-Sized Mason Jars
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Sharp Knife
  • 1 Grater optional
  • 1 Parchment Paper optional

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup fresh horseradish root, chopped into 1-inch chunks
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh garlic, chopped
  • 1/4 cup ginger root, chopped or grated
  • 1/4 cup turmeric root, chopped or grated Or 2 Tbsp turmeric powder
  • 2 whole fresh hot peppers, chopped jalapeño, habanero, or cayenne)
  • 1 whole lemon, sliced
  • 1 whole lime, sliced
  • 1 whole orange, sliced
  • 1/4-1/2 cup raw honey
  • 1 quart raw organic apple cider vinegar with the mother

Instructions
 

  • Prepare Your Ingredients: Begin by washing and chopping all your ingredients. Chop the horseradish, ginger, and turmeric if using fresh roots. Chop the onions, garlic, and hot peppers. Slice the lemon, lime and orange.
  • Combine Ingredients: Place all the prepared ingredients except honey and apple cider vinegar into clean quart-sized glass jars.
  • Add Apple Cider Vinegar: Pour the apple cider vinegar over the ingredients in the jar until they are fully submerged. It's important to use raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar as it contains the "mother," which has beneficial enzymes and probiotics.
  • Seal the Jar: Place a piece of parchment paper or wax paper over the jar before screwing on the lid. This prevents the vinegar from corroding the metal lid. Alternatively, use a plastic lid if available.
  • Shake and Store: Give the jar a good shake to mix everything well. Store the jar in a cool, dark place for 4-6 weeks. Shake the jar daily to help the infusion process.
  • Strain the Mixture: After 4-6 weeks, strain the mixture using a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a clean jar or bottle. Press down on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible.
  • Add Honey: Stir in the raw honey to taste. The honey not only adds sweetness but also has its own health benefits. Start with 1/4 cup and add more if desired.
  • Store and Enjoy: Your homemade fire cider is now ready to use! Store it in the refrigerator or a cool, dark place. It can last for several months.
  • Optional: Fresh or dried Rosemary or other herbs, cinnamon sticks, fresh cranberries, and cayenne pepper.
Keyword firecider, healthy elixir, immune boosting drink, spicy tonic