Description
A warm, soothing ginger tea that’s easy to make and packed with health benefits. Enjoy it hot for comfort or cold for a refreshing drink.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger root (thinly sliced or grated)
- 4 cups water
- 1–2 tablespoons honey (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime or lemon juice (optional)
- Optional Add-ins:
- Cinnamon stick
- Turmeric
- Mint leaves
Instructions
Prepare the Ginger
- Wash the ginger thoroughly.
- Peel (optional) and thinly slice it.
Boil the Ginger
- Bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
- Add the ginger and reduce to a simmer.
- Let it steep for 10-20 minutes (longer for a stronger flavor).
Strain and Customize
- Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Strain out the ginger slices.
- Stir in honey, lemon juice, or cinnamon to enhance the flavor.
Serve and Enjoy!
- Pour into a mug and enjoy warm.
- Let cool and serve over ice for an iced ginger tea.
Notes
- Storage:
- Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Freeze in ice cube trays for easy use.
- Customization:
- Add cayenne for a spicy kick.
- Pair with honey garlic chicken or granola for a wholesome meal.
- Reuse ginger slices for a second brew (lighter taste).
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-20 minutes
- Category: dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Home Remedy
Nutrition
- Calories: 10-20 (without honey)
- Sugar: ~4g (if using honey)
- Carbohydrates: ~5g
- Fiber: ~1g
Keywords: Ginger tea