Sqirl's Turmeric Tonic

Name: Sqirl's Turmeric Tonic
Ingredients: 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon); 10 oz. unpeeled fresh turmeric, scrubbed and coarsely chopped (about 1/2 cup); 2 tsp. chopped peeled fresh ginger (from about a 1-inch piece); Ice cubes; Freshly ground black pepper, for topping (optional)

This recipe is from Jessica Koslow of SQIRL, a jam company/ breakfast-and-lunch spot in Los Angeles (sqirlla.com).

Author:: Rachael Ray Every Day
Publish date:: Sep 10, 2018

turmeric tonic — Photography by Nicole Franzen


Start to Finish: 20 minutes	Servings: Makes 4 cups

Ingredients

1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
10 oz. unpeeled fresh turmeric, scrubbed and coarsely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
2 tsp. chopped peeled fresh ginger (from about a 1-inch piece)
Ice cubes
Freshly ground black pepper, for topping (optional)

Preparation

1. In a small saucepan, stir the sugar and 1/4 cup water over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Pour into a quart-size jar. Let cool. Add the lemon juice and 1 1/2 cups water.

2. In a food processor, pulse the turmeric, ginger, and 1/2 cup water until smooth. Strain into a bowl, pressing on the solids. Add to the jar. Cover and shake well. Divide among glasses filled with ice. Top with pepper, if using.