Ginger Tea
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5
Ginger Tea
Description
This Ginger Tea recipe involves simmering fresh thinly sliced ginger root, turmeric root, and lemon slices in water to develop a bright golden color and layered flavor. The simmering process deepens the color and brings out the earthy and slightly spicy notes of the fresh roots, balanced by the citrus brightness from lemon. Optional honey adds sweetness, black pepper a light pungency, and coconut oil a silky mouthfeel.
The tea can be served immediately after straining, providing a comforting warm drink. Leftovers keep well refrigerated up to five days and can be reheated gently or consumed chilled or iced, giving versatility in how it's enjoyed.
Using fresh roots is recommended for best flavor, but small amounts of powdered ginger or turmeric can substitute if fresh is unavailable. The recipe does not require complex preparation, making it accessible for everyday soothing or refreshment.
Ingredients
- 3-4 inch ginger root washed thinly sliced
- 3-4 inch turmeric root washed thinly sliced
- ½ lemon sliced
- 8 cups water
- honey optional
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper optional
- ½ tablespoon coconut oil optional
Instructions
- Place the sliced ginger, turmeric and lemon in a small saucepan. Add the water.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then simmer for 20-25 minutes to deepen the color. Strain and serve immediately with honey, if desired.
Notes
- Store leftover tea in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Reheat gently on the stove or microwave, or enjoy cold or iced.
- Fresh ginger and turmeric are preferred; 1/2 teaspoon of their powder can substitute if needed.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 17 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 12oz | |
| Calories | 17kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.3g | 1% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.02g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Sodium | 25mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 40mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 3IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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