Refreshing Pineapple & Ginger JuiceVeg

1

Cut off the head and bottom of the pineapples and peel the skin.

2

Reserve the skins and the tough central cores in a bowl for boiling.

3

Chop the remaining pineapple flesh into small chunks.

1

Peel the fresh ginger and turmeric. Chop the ginger into small pieces and use a mortar and pestle to pound them, releasing their juices.

2

Slice the lemons in half and juice them. Set the juice aside.

1

Place the reserved pineapple skins and cores in a bowl and cover with water.

2

Optionally, add a splash of apple cider vinegar to the water.

3

Use a clean brush to scrub the skins thoroughly to remove all dirt and debris. Rinse well.

1

Transfer the cleaned skins and cores into a pan. Add the ginger, turmeric (fresh or a teaspoon of powder), and enough water to cover the ingredients.

2

Bring to a boil on medium heat for 15 minutes, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes to an hour.

3

Once finished, remove from heat and strain. For a more potent base, allow the mixture to sit for an hour before straining.

1

Place the pineapple chunks into a blender. Add some of the remaining ginger and a portion of the boiled pineapple skin liquid to help the blending process.

2

Blend until the mixture is completely smooth.

1

Use a cheesecloth or a wire mesh strainer to strain the blended pineapple mixture into a bowl.

2

Discard the pulp and combine the strained juice with the previously prepared pineapple skin liquid and the fresh lemon juice.

1

Taste your juice and add sugar or honey if desired. Serve chilled over ice.