Ready to add a kick to your culinary creations and boost your immune system at the same time? Look no further than our delicious Fermented Fire Cider recipe. This zesty concoction combines powerful immune-boosting ingredients to create a spicy, tangy elixir that can be used in cooking or taken as a daily tonic. Without further ado, let’s dive into making this homemade health elixir.
**Fermented Fire Cider**
**Ingredients:**
– 1 cup grated fresh horseradish
– 1/2 cup grated fresh ginger
– 1/2 cup grated fresh turmeric
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 1 head of garlic, cloves smashed and peeled
– 1 lemon, zest and juice
– 1 orange, zest and juice
– 2 jalapeños, chopped
– 1 cinnamon stick
– 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
– 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
– Raw unfiltered apple cider vinegar
– Raw honey
**Instructions:**
1. Prepare the ingredients by grating the horseradish, ginger, and turmeric. Keep them aside.
2. In a clean, sterilized glass jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the grated horseradish, ginger, turmeric, onion, garlic, lemon zest and juice, orange zest and juice, jalapeños, cinnamon stick, black peppercorns, and cayenne pepper.
3. Fill the jar with apple cider vinegar until all the ingredients are fully submerged. Make sure to leave a bit of space at the top of the jar.
4. Secure the lid tightly and give the jar a good shake to mix all the ingredients together.
5. Store the jar in a cool, dark place for at least 3 to 4 weeks. Shake the jar daily to help with the infusion process.
6. After 3 to 4 weeks, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve, pressing down to extract all the liquid. Discard the solids.
7. Sweeten the fire cider to taste with raw honey, stirring until fully combined.
8. Pour the finished fire cider into clean, sterilized glass bottles or jars. Store in the refrigerator for up to 6 months.
9. Enjoy your homemade Fermented Fire Cider by adding a splash to salad dressings, marinades, or simply take a teaspoon daily for an immune-boosting tonic.
Fermented Fire Cider is not only a flavorful addition to your kitchen creations but also a potent natural remedy to support your immune system. Feel free to customize the recipe by adding additional herbs or spices to suit your taste preferences. Stay healthy and well with the power of this easy-to-make homemade fire cider.
