How to Make Fire Cider: Boost Immunity and Digestion with This Easy Herbal Tonic Recipe

Here’s how you can make it:
Ingredients:
– 1/2 cup freshly grated horseradish root (powerful for sinus and lung health)
– 1/2 cup or more freshly chopped onions (great for respiratory health)
– 1/4 cup or more freshly chopped garlic (natural antibiotic properties)
– 1/4 cup freshly grated ginger root (anti-inflammatory and digestive aid)
– 1/2 cup freshly chopped parsley, rosemary, thyme, and oregano (rich in vitamins)
– 1/2 cup chopped peppers (choose the level of heat you prefer, e.g., jalapeños or habaneros for a real kick)
– 1 lemon, sliced or diced
– 1 orange, sliced or diced
– 2 to 4 tablespoons dried or fresh turmeric root
– Apple cider vinegar (enough to cover all ingredients in a glass jar)
– 1/4 cup honey, preferably local
Directions:
1. Prepare Ingredients: Coarsely chop or grate all the fresh ingredients. Wear gloves when handling hot peppers.
2. Layer in Jar: Place all the ingredients except the honey into a clean, wide-mouth jar. Layer them evenly.
3. Cover with Vinegar: Pour apple cider vinegar over the ingredients until they are completely submerged.
4. Seal and Store: Cover the jar with a plastic lid or place parchment paper under a metal lid to prevent corrosion. Shake well.
5. Steep: Let the mixture sit in a dark, cool place for about 3-4 weeks. Shake the jar daily.
6. Strain and Sweeten: After steeping, strain the mixture through a cheesecloth into a clean jar. Add honey to taste and shake well to combine.

Fire Cider Salad Dressing Recipe
Ingredients:
– 1/4 cup fire cider
– 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
– 2 tablespoons honey (or to taste)
– 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
– 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
– Freshly ground black pepper to taste
– Optional: 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice for added brightness
Instructions:
1. Combine Ingredients: add all ingredients to a pint jar. The mustard helps to emulsify and thicken the dressing.
2. Season: Add the sea salt and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. If you like a bit more tang and freshness, whisk in the optional tablespoon of fresh lemon juice.
3. Emulsify: Shake vigorously until the ingredients are fully emulsified and the dressing has a smooth, consistent texture.
4. Store: Transfer the dressing to a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Always give it a good shake before using it to re-emulsify the ingredients.
5. Serve: Drizzle over your favorite salads, roasted vegetables, or use it as a marinade for chicken or fish to infuse them with flavor.