Ingredients
- 1 medium onion (preferably red or yellow), peeled and sliced
- 2–3 cloves of garlic, peeled and crushed
- ½ cup (about 120 ml) raw honey (preferably local or organic)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Slice the onion into thin rounds.
- Crush or finely mince the garlic cloves.
- Assemble the Remedy:
- In a clean glass jar or bowl, layer the sliced onions and crushed garlic.
- Pour the honey over the mixture until it covers everything.
- Let it Infuse:
- Cover the jar or bowl with a lid or clean cloth.
- Let the mixture sit at room temperature for 6–12 hours (or overnight). The honey will draw out the beneficial juices from the onion and garlic, forming a natural syrup.
- Strain and Store:
- After infusing, strain the syrup using a fine sieve or cheesecloth into a clean container.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
💊 How to Use:
- Adults: Take 1 tablespoon every few hours as needed for cough or cold symptoms.
- Children over 1 year old: ½ teaspoon to 1 teaspoon, as needed.
(Note: Do not give honey to children under 1 year old.)
🌿 Benefits:
- Honey: Soothes throat irritation and has antimicrobial properties.
- Onion: Acts as an expectorant, helping to clear mucus.
- Garlic: Natural antibacterial and antiviral, strengthens the immune system.
Let me know if you’d like variations with lemon, ginger, or turmeric!