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Ginger Tea
A refreshing beverage that is popular in Ayurvedic treatment for eliminating toxins and ama if taken regularly. You may use fresh gingerroot (adrak) or dried ginger (saunth), I prefer fresh.
Prep25 min
Cook35 min
Total60 min
Servings4
Difficultybeginner
Ingredients
- One or more cups of water1 unit
- 2 or 3 Slices
- 1 tsp
- 1 tsp
Method
1
Slice or crush 2-3 pieces of fresh ginger to release their oils and flavor.
2 minutes
2
Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a kettle or saucepan over high heat.
5 minutes
3
Add the sliced ginger to the boiling water and reduce heat to medium-low.
1 minutes
4
Simmer for 5-7 minutes to allow the ginger flavor to infuse into the water.
6 minutes
5
Strain the tea into a cup, discarding the ginger pieces.
1 minutes
6
Stir in 1 tsp of honey if desired, stirring until fully dissolved.
1 minutes
7
Add 1 tsp of lemon juice if desired for brightness and additional flavor.
1 minutes
8
Serve hot immediately, or allow to cool slightly before drinking.