Turmeric & Ginger Wellness Elixir

Yield: About 1 liter

A warm, aromatic drink made from simple kitchen ingredients such as onion, garlic, ginger, lemon, and turmeric. It is often enjoyed as a comforting herbal-style infusion.

🧺 Ingredients

1 medium onion (yellow or red)
1 large bulb of garlic
3 cm piece of fresh ginger root
2 lemons
2 tablespoons ground turmeric
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons raw honey
1 liter filtered water

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Ingredients

Onion and Garlic
Peel the onion and garlic cloves.
Chop the onion into medium pieces and gently press the garlic cloves to release their natural aroma.

Ginger
Wash the ginger root well.
Slice it thinly or grate it to help its flavor blend into the liquid.

Lemons
Cut the lemons and squeeze out the juice.
Set the juice aside so it can be added later.

2️⃣ Simmer the Base

Heat the Water
Pour the 1 liter of water into a large pot and bring it to a gentle boil.

Add the Vegetables
Place the onion, garlic, and ginger into the water.

Gentle Cooking
Lower the heat and let the mixture simmer softly for 15–20 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse.

Add the Spices
Stir in the turmeric and black pepper.
Continue simmering for 5 more minutes, then remove the pot from the heat.

3️⃣ Strain and Sweeten

Strain
Pour the liquid through a fine strainer or cloth into a glass jar or pitcher.
The solid pieces can be discarded.

Cool Slightly
Allow the liquid to cool until warm but not hot.

Add Lemon and Honey
Stir in the lemon juice and honey until fully dissolved.
Adding them at a lower temperature helps keep their natural flavor.

🍵 How to Enjoy

Shake or stir before using
Take 1 tablespoon on its own, or
Mix 1 tablespoon into a cup of warm water and drink as a tea

🧊 Storage

Store the elixir in a sealed glass container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

💡 Helpful Notes

This drink is made from everyday foods known for their strong flavor and aroma.
It is intended as a comforting homemade infusion, not as a medical treatment.

If you have food sensitivities or are following a special diet, you may wish to check with a qualified health professional before using regularly.