Fresh Ginger Tea Recipe
A simple and soothing fresh ginger tea recipe that combines the natural spiciness of ginger with optional lemon and honey for added flavor and health benefits. Perfect for calming digestion and warming up on chilly days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 cup 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: General
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces filtered water
- 1 inch ginger root, sliced thinly
- 1 slice of lemon (optional)
- 1–2 teaspoons honey (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the water: Bring 8 ounces (1 cup) of freshly drawn, filtered water to a near-boil on the stovetop or using an electric kettle.
- Prepare the ginger: While waiting for the water to heat, wash a 1-inch piece of ginger root. Peeling is optional but recommended if the ginger is not organic. Slice it thinly to maximize flavor extraction.
- Add ginger and lemon: Once the water reaches near boiling, place the sliced ginger into the water. For a lemon-infused version, add a thin slice of lemon along with the ginger at this stage.
- Simmer the tea: Reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer gently for at least 4 minutes to draw out the ginger’s pungent flavor and beneficial compounds.
- Strain the tea: Pour the tea through a fine strainer into a cup to catch the ginger slices and lemon.
- Sweeten and serve: Stir in 1 to 2 teaspoons of honey or your preferred sweetener if desired. Enjoy the tea warm for best results.
Notes
- Peeling the ginger is optional, but recommended if it’s not organic to remove any pesticides or dirt.
- You can adjust simmering time based on how strong and spicy you prefer your tea.
- For a caffeine-free, natural remedy drink, avoid adding tea leaves or other caffeinated ingredients.
- Honey is best added after brewing to preserve its nutrients.
- This tea is soothing for digestion and can help relieve cold symptoms.
Keywords: ginger tea, fresh ginger tea, lemon ginger tea, honey ginger tea, soothing tea, digestive tea, warm beverage
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