When I was young, ginger juice was my aunt’s favorite home remedy. When I had a cold or a stomachache, Auntie would whip up a batch of her famous ginger juice and nurse me back to health. And really, its health benefits are staggering! But no rules say you can only enjoy this tasty beverage when you’re sick! I love to serve it hot for a cozy afternoon tea. But it’s also super delicious served cold over ice for a refreshing summer cool-down. This fragrant, zippy concoction will absolutely brighten up your day!
Recipe Ingredients
How to Make Homemade Ginger Juice
Wash the ginger. Then peel it using a knife or spoon to remove the skin. Prepare Mint – Crush mint in a small bowl using a small mortar and pestle. Set aside. Chop the Ginger into rough chunks, but small enough to easily blend in a blender or food processor. An alternative would be to use a microplane or fine edge of a grater. Don’t cut ginger into chunks if using a grater to grate the ginger. Boil Water – Bring about 7 cups of water to a boil in a kettle or pot. Blend – While the water is heating up, place ginger into a blender, cover it with 1 cup of water and blend until the ginger is thick and pasty. Mix the ginger paste in a large bowl with mint and boiled water. Strain – Sieve ginger using cheesecloth over a large bowl or cup, then squeeze the juice from the ginger and let it drain into the bowl. Discard the remaining paste. Flavor – Stir lemon juice and sugar into ginger juice until the sugar dissolves, and serve garnished with mint leaves. Serve hot or cold over ice.
Recipe Variations
Ginger Juicing Tips and Tricks
Are you wondering how best to juice ginger? There are a few methods to extract juice from the rhizome – from the no-fuss to the arm-wrestling method. Either way, you’ll be rewarded with the health benefits and versatility of this wonderful, healing homemade juice. Juicer – You can juice fresh ginger using an electronic juicer. With this method, there’s no need to peel it before juicing it, as the juicer will extract the juice from the skin and pulp. However, please wash and check it for bad or moldy spots. Food Processor or Blender – Wash and peel the ginger and cut it into rough chunks. Next, blend the ginger with a cup of water until it’s thick and pasty. Finally, add some warm water and strain it using a cheesecloth. Squeeze to extract the juice, and then discard the pulp. Grater -If you don’t have a juicer or a blender, you can juice the ginger with a box grater. Shred the ginger directly on a cheesecloth set over a bowl to catch all the juice, and then squeeze the juice out from the shredded ginger. Or you can use the water addition method mentioned above. Garlic Press -If you only need a small amount (you know, for salads or tea), you can use a garlic press. Just peel and cut a small piece of ginger to fit inside the garlic press and squeeze.
Make-Ahead Instructions
Fresh juice is best when consumed immediately after preparation. However, ginger juice is magic because it’s delicious hot or cold. You can prepare the juice ahead and let it cool in the fridge from 30 minutes to a couple of hours before drinking.
Serving and Storage Instructions
You can store homemade ginger juice in a glass bottle or pitcher in the fridge for up to 5 days. Remember to shake well before serving. Are you looking for creative ways to use leftover ginger juice? I like to freeze it in ice cube trays. Then pop the frozen juice cubes into a smoothie, cup of hot water, cold tea, or a cocktail. It brightens up any beverage!
What to Serve With Ginger Juice
Ginger juice and savory snacks are a magnificent combination! I love sipping juice while munching homemade pita chips dipped in creamy hummus. Or try crispy plantain chips dipped in mango salsa for an exotic twist. If you’re in the mood for cozy, hot ginger juice pairs nicely with cranberry orange scones and strawberry banana bread for a comforting afternoon snack.
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Conclusion
A handful of flavor powerhouses come together to create a delicious, refreshing, healthy beverage guaranteed to cool you off in the summer and keep you cozy in winter! Do you prefer to drink ginger juice hot or cold? Cast your vote in the comments below!
Watch How to Make It
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