Apple cider vinegar is one of those condiments sought after for its numerous health benefits as well as for making food taste better. This makes it a renowned home remedy for many ailments including dandruff removal, warts removal, cold treatment, hair treatment, etc.
The unfiltered and organic Apple cider vinegar containing visible sediments at the bottom, also known as the “mother”, is full of raw enzymes and gut-friendly bacteria.This helps to fight other harmful bacteria, virus and fungus.
Besides these beneficial facts, it is important to note that this fermented juice is concentrated enough to burn your skin or even the organs if taken without dilution. It is also known for its sour taste. Therefore, you need to know the proper ways to use this condiment for your benefit.
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Below are some ways of using Apple cider vinegar for great recipes.
Apple Cider Sour Salad Dressing
Ingredients for Apple Cider Sour Salad Dressing
Quantity: Half cup
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ½ tablespoon red pepper (to taste)
- ½ tablespoon stevia
- One lemon’s juice
- Salt to taste
Method for Making Apple Cider Sour Salad Dressing
Step 1: Mix and whisk apple cider vinegar, lemon juice and stevia together.
Step 2: Add red pepper to it and whip again.
Step 3: Add olive oil slowly along while whipping the mixture.
Step 4: Put some salt to your taste and whip it properly again.
Step 5: Store it in a jar with lid and keep it in refrigerator.
“Just a Little Apple Cider Vinegar” Salad Dressing
This recipe is for the people who despise the taste and smell of apple cider vinegar.
Ingredients for “Just a Little Apple Cider Vinegar” Salad Dressing
Quantity: Half cup
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- ½ tablespoon of stevia
- 1 tablespoon of ground flax seed
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper
- Salt to taste
Method for Making “Just a Little Apple Cider Vinegar” Salad Dressing
Step 1: Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and whisk it until evenly mixed.
Step 2: Put it in a jar with lid and store it in a refrigerator.
Step 3: Use it whenever required.
“Fight Germs” Tea
This drink contains ingredients which boosts immune system and helps body to fight germs.
Ingredients for “Fight Germs” Tea
Serving: 1 cup
- 1 cup boiled water
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- A green tea bag
- Juice of half lemon
- Ginger slice or cube
- ¼ tablespoon of honey
- Cinnamon to taste
Method for Making “Fight Germs” Tea
Step 1: Make a cup of green tea by putting tea bag into a cup of hot water. Leave it for some minutes to steep and remove the tea bag.
Step 2: Put in other ingredients and mix it all.
Step 3: Stir it for some minutes to let the juice of ginger mix with the tea.
Step 4: Remove the ginger pieces and it is ready.
Cranberry Cocktail with Apple Cider Vinegar
Ingredients for Cranberry Cocktail with Apple Cider Vinegar
Serving: 3 glasses
- 2 Tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
- 2/3 glass of cranberry juice (fresh preferred)
- 2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup
- 2 Ice cubes (optional)
- 1/4 cup of water
Method for Making Cranberry Cocktail with Apple Cider Vinegar
Step 1: Mix all the ingredients in a glass well.
Step 2: Put in the ice cubes if you like. You can also use crushed ice.
You can also use different fruit juices according to your preference like apple, orange, etc.
Tomato Cider Sour Juice
Ingredients for Tomato Cider Sour Juice
Serving: 1 cup
- 1 cup fresh tomato juice
- 2 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
- Few drops of hot sauce
- Salt to taste (sea salt if available)
Method for Making Tomato Cider Sour Juice
Step 1: Mix all ingredients together and stir well.
Step 2: You can cook it if you like.
Step 3: Drink it with fruits if you find it sour.
You will never regret mixing a little apple cider vinegar in any genre of food. It not just enhances the taste of the food but also has numerous health benefits. Though, there are no scientific studies that show the benefits of apple cider vinegar, people believe and have been using it all the same from ages.
Points to Remember
- Make sure to contact your doctor if you get allergies or do not feel well after consuming the vinegar.
- Avoid apple cider vinegar if you are under medications because of the high reactive nature of the vinegar that might have side effects