Vibrant Lemon Chips: From Cleaning to Benefits & Lemon Water
Vibrant Lemon Chips: From Cleaning to Benefits & Lemon Water
Homemade Lemon Chips & Detox Lemon Water for Immunity and Diet
Introducing a simple recipe for making healthy lemon chips at home. They’re delicious on their own, or magically transform into refreshing detox lemon water when steeped in water! Boost your health habits with lemon chips, perfect for preventing colds, relieving fatigue, and improving skin health.
Ingredients- Fresh lemons (prepare an unlimited amount!)
- Baking soda (a little)
- Coarse salt (a little)
- Vinegar (a little)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s explore the amazing benefits of lemons. Lemons are not only a powerhouse of Vitamin C but also rich in various nutrients like Vitamin B, calcium, iron, magnesium, and fiber. They are excellent for relieving fatigue, preventing colds, promoting skin health, improving liver function, preventing aging, and aiding in weight loss. Furthermore, they help alleviate stress, improve mood, and reduce anxiety, making them a versatile fruit.
Step 2
Properly cleaning the lemons is crucial. Start by scrubbing each lemon thoroughly with coarse salt. This process effectively removes impurities and wax from the lemon peel. Next, soak the lemons in a mixture of baking soda and vinegar for a short while, then rinse them thoroughly under running water multiple times. This ensures you can use them without worrying about pesticides or wax.
Step 3
For an even more thorough cleaning, perform a hot water sterilization. Dip the washed lemons into boiling water for only about 10 to 20 seconds and then immediately remove them. Over-steeping can destroy beneficial compounds, so a quick dip is key. This step helps prepare the lemons more hygienically.
Step 4
Trim off the ends (stems) of the thoroughly cleaned lemons. Then, thinly slice them into about 0.5cm thick rounds. Carefully remove the seeds from the pulp using a fork. Leaving seeds in can result in a bitter taste when drinking lemon water later.
Step 5
Arrange the sliced lemon rounds on the dehydrator trays, making sure they do not overlap. Spacing them out properly is important to ensure even drying.
Step 6
Place all the trays into the food dehydrator and close the lid. Set the temperature to 70°C (158°F) and the drying time to 10 hours to begin making the lemon chips. The drying time may vary slightly depending on the thickness of the lemon slices and the dehydrator’s performance.
Step 7
After 10 hours, your perfectly dried lemon chips are ready! They look wonderfully refreshing.
Step 8
The finished lemon chips can be beautifully packaged for gifting. For long-term storage, place them in a zip-top bag or an airtight container and store them in the freezer. This method helps maintain the freshness and aroma of the lemon chips for an extended period.
Step 9
You can enjoy the lemon chips as a snack by taking them out one by one. Alternatively, for a refreshing lemon water, add 1-2 lemon chips to warm or cold water and let them steep for about 5 minutes. Start your day with a healthy and vibrant boost from this invigorating lemon water!
