Fire Cider Remedy for Cold Flu
Boost your immunity naturally with this DIY Fire Cider Remedy for Cold and Flu – a zesty, powerhouse tonic perfect for warding off seasonal illnesses. This invigorating blend combines raw apple cider vinegar, immune-boosting horseradish, fresh ginger, garlic, turmeric, and spicy peppers for a robust infusion packed with antiviral and antibacterial properties. Enhanced with citrusy notes of fresh lemon juice and orange zest, plus the warming essence of a cinnamon stick, this fiery elixir can be sweetened with a touch of raw honey for balance. Prepared in just 20 minutes and infused over weeks, this homemade remedy supports wellness with every tangy tablespoon. Sip it straight, dilute it in water or tea, and embrace its traditional healing benefits.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Raw apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup Fresh horseradish root, grated
- 1 cup Fresh ginger root, grated
- 10 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.25 cup Fresh turmeric root, grated
- 2 whole Fresh hot peppers (such as jalapeño or serrano), sliced
- 0.5 cup Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 1 stick Cinnamon stick
- 0.25 cup Raw honey (optional, for taste)
Instructions
1. Prepare all the fresh ingredients by peeling, grating, mincing, slicing, and juicing where necessary. Be sure to wear gloves when handling hot peppers to protect your skin.
2. In a clean, dry 1-quart glass jar, layer the grated horseradish root, ginger root, garlic, turmeric root, hot peppers, orange zest, and cinnamon stick.
3. Pour the raw apple cider vinegar into the jar, ensuring all the ingredients are completely submerged. Leave about 1 inch of headspace at the top of the jar.
4. Add the fresh lemon juice and seal the jar tightly with a non-metallic lid. If using a metal lid, place a piece of parchment paper between the lid and the jar to prevent corrosion from the vinegar.
5. Shake the jar well and place it in a cool, dark place (like a pantry) to infuse for 4-6 weeks. Shake the jar daily to ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed.
6. After 4-6 weeks of infusion, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean glass jar. Discard the solids.
7. If desired, stir in the raw honey to sweeten the fire cider. Adjust the amount to your taste preference.
8. Store the finished fire cider in the refrigerator or a cool, dark place. It will keep for up to 6 months.
9. To use, take 1-2 tablespoons of fire cider daily as a preventative tonic. If you’re fighting a cold or flu, take the same amount up to three times a day. You can also dilute it in water or tea if the flavor is too strong.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
23 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.9 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 10 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 84 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
