Honey-Onion Cough Syrup
A simple, natural homemade cough syrup made with just two ingredients: onions and honey. This syrup is a perfect DIY remedy for soothing sore throats and calming coughs during cold and flu season. For more of Ronica's recipes, follow her on Instagram.
Tasty Team
90% would make again
12 hr 10 min
12 hr 10 min
Ingredients
for 96 servings
- 1 large red onion, or 2 medium red onions
- 1 cup raw unprocessed honey, more if needed to cover the onion
Nutrition Info
- Calories 8
- Fat 0g
- Carbs 2g
- Fiber 0g
- Sugar 2g
- Protein 0g
Estimated values based on one serving size.
Preparation
- Peel the onion and chop it into small pieces.
- Place the chopped onion in a clean, sanitized jar.
- Pour enough honey over the onion to fully cover the pieces.
- Seal the jar with a tight lid and let it sit at room temperature for 8-12 hours.
- After steeping, strain the syrup from the onions and discard the onion pieces.
- Store the syrup in a separate jar in the refrigerator. Take 1-2 teaspoons as needed for cough relief. Tips: Keep your syrup in the fridge! Always use a clean spoon to avoid contamination. Always consult with a healthcare professional before using homemade remedies.
- Enjoy!
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