How to Make Fire Cider
With its garlicky heat and vibrant flavor, fire cider is a traditional tonic that promises to boost the immune system and support your health through the winter months. And it's super simple to make, all you need is a handful of ingredients, apple cider vinegar and honey.
Servings: 16 servings (1 pint)
Calories: 38kcal
Equipment
- Quart-sized Jar
Ingredients
- 3 ounces diced ginger root
- 3 ounces yellow onion
- 1 ½ ounces garlic cloves
- 1 ½ ounce diced horseradish
- 1 ½ ounces jalapeños
- 3 star anise pods
- 1 ceylon cinnamon stick
- 2 cups raw apple cider vinegar
- ½ cup honey
Instructions
- Layer the ginger, onion, garlic, horseradish and jalapeño into a quart-sized jar with the star anise and cinnamon stick. Cover with apple cider vinegar, adding additional vinegar to cover the contents of the jar as necessary.
- Seal the jar, and store it away from direct sunlight at least 1 month and up to 6 weeks. Shake daily.
- Strain the vinegar, discarding the solids. Next, stir in the honey until fully dissolved. Store at room temperature up to 6 months and in the fridge up to 18 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 38kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 27mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg
