Here's a simple recipe for making ginger juice:

Ingredients:

  • 1 large piece of fresh ginger (about 2-3 inches)
  • 2 cups of water
  • 1 tablespoon of honey or sugar (optional, for sweetness)
  • 1-2 tablespoons of lemon juice (optional, for added flavor)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the ginger: Peel the skin off the ginger using a spoon or a vegetable peeler. Cut it into small chunks or slices.

  2. Grate or blend the ginger: Use a grater to finely grate the ginger, or if you prefer, blend the ginger pieces in a blender with a small amount of water to make a smooth paste.

  3. Extract the juice: If you grated the ginger, place the grated ginger in a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth over a bowl and press down to extract the juice. If you used a blender, simply strain the mixture through a fine sieve to separate the juice from the pulp.

  4. Mix with water: Pour the ginger juice into a glass or pitcher and add the remaining water (about 2 cups, or to taste).

  5. Sweeten and flavor: Stir in honey or sugar to taste and add lemon juice if desired for a tangy kick.

  6. Serve: Pour the ginger juice over ice if you prefer it chilled, and enjoy!

Tips:

  • You can store leftover ginger juice in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • Adjust the amount of water and sweetener depending on how strong or sweet you like the juice.