Celebrita

1. 1

   In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the celery juice, lemon juice, Simple Syrup, and tequila.

2. 2

   Shake vigorously and pour into a chilled martini glass rimmed with Homemade Celery Salt.

3. 3

   Garnish with a cherry tomato and a stalk of celery and serve immediately.

4. 4

   1/2 cup water

5. 5

   1/2 cup sugar

6. 6

   Combine water and sugar in a small saucepan and bring to a boil.

7. 7

   Cool and reserve in the refrigerator for up to a month.

8. 8

   1 1/2 cups coarse sea salt

9. 9

   1 pound celery root, peeled and grated

10. 10

    Mix the salt and the grated celery in a plastic container and refrigerate for a few days.

11. 11

    Lay the mixture out on a baking sheet and bake for 2 to 3 hours at 190 to 200 degrees F or until thoroughly dried out and crisp but not brown at all.

12. 12

    Grind this mixture in a food processor and keep in an airtight container until ready for use.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.