Iced lemongrass tea is a refreshing and flavorful drink that can be enjoyed on its own or used as a base for other beverages. It is made with lemongrass, a tropical plant with a citrusy flavor, and can be sweetened with sugar or honey. Lemongrass tea has many health benefits, including reducing stress, improving digestion, and boosting the immune system. It is also a good source of antioxidants, which can help protect the body from damage caused by free radicals. If you are looking for a delicious and healthy drink to enjoy, iced lemongrass tea is a great option. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make this refreshing beverage at home in no time. Try it today!
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GINGER LEMONGRASS ICED GREEN TEA
Absolutely perfect for summer, this blissful blend of ginger, lemongrass, and green tea refreshes and invigorates.
Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut lemongrass into two-inch pieces, and crush with the flat side of a knife, or just cut each piece lengthwise a few more times like I did.
- Peel ginger and cut into thin slices.
- In a large saucepan over high heat, bring the water, lemongrass, ginger, and sugar to a boil.
- Remove saucepan from the heat, and add the green tea (if you're adding the loose tea, put it in something so you can get it out right after it's steeped, while leaving the ginger and lemongrass in). Steep for about a minute, or until it's the right color/flavor for your tastes.
- Remove the tea bags/leaves, then let sit for about 30 minutes.
- Pour the tea through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher.
- Refrigerate until cool - about a couple of hours.
- Pour over ice. Top with a mint sprig. And enjoy!
LEMONGRASS AND GINGER ICED TEA(LAOS)
Lemongrass and ginger infuse this lightly sweetened, refreshing iced tea with subtle flavor. From about.com.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Beverages
Time 10m
Yield 6-8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, 1/2 cup water, lemongrass and ginger. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring to the dissolve sugar. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow the lemongrass and ginger to steep in the sugar syrup for at least half an hour. For more pronounced flavor, place in the refrigerator and allow to steep several hours or overnight.
- Bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the teabags, turn off the heat, and allow the tea to steep for 5 minutes. Squeeze out the teabags and discard. Pour the brewed tea into a heat-proof pitcher.
- Strain the lemongrass ginger syrup through a small sieve, pressing on the solids to extract as much flavor as possible. Discard the solids, and add the syrup to the pitcher of tea. Add three cups of cold water to the tea, and stir well. Chill the tea, and serve over ice. Enjoy!
LEMONGRASS ICED TEA
Make and share this Lemongrass Iced Tea recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Beverages
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Coarsely chop the bottom 4 inches of the lemongrass stalks.
- Trim the tops, remove the outside leaves, and save for garnish.
- In a small saucepan, bring to water to a boil.
- Add in tea bags and chopped lemongrass; remove from heat and let steep for 10 minutes.
- Strain; sweeten to taste with sugar, refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Fill tall chilled glasses with ice; pour the tea over the ice.
- Garnish each glass with a lemongrass top and a lemon wedge.
Nutrition Facts : Sodium 7.1
ICED LEMONGRASS TEA
Steps:
- Trim off bottom 6 inches of lemongrass stalks. Cut enough lemongrass tops crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces (discard any discolored parts) to measure 1 cup. Bring lemongrass pieces, sugar, and 2 cups water to a boil in a 2-quart heavy saucepan, stirring until sugar is dissolved, then remove from heat and let steep, partially covered, 20 minutes.
- Put remaining 6 cups water in a pitcher. Blend lemongrass mixture in a blender until lemongrass is finely chopped (use caution when blending hot liquids), then pour through a fine-mesh sieve into water in pitcher, discarding solids. Serve over ice.
Tips:
- Choose fresh lemongrass. Fresh lemongrass has a brighter, more intense flavor than dried lemongrass. Look for lemongrass stalks that are plump and green, with no signs of wilting or bruising.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the lemongrass. A sharp knife will help you to get clean, even slices of lemongrass. This will help to release the flavor of the lemongrass into the tea.
- Bruise the lemongrass before steeping. Bruising the lemongrass will help to release even more flavor into the tea. You can do this by using a mortar and pestle or by hitting the lemongrass with the back of a spoon.
- Steep the lemongrass for at least 30 minutes. The longer you steep the lemongrass, the more flavor the tea will have. If you are using dried lemongrass, you may need to steep it for longer.
- Sweeten the tea to taste. Iced lemongrass tea can be sweetened with honey, sugar, or another sweetener of your choice. You can also add a squeeze of lime or lemon juice for a tart flavor.
Conclusion:
Iced lemongrass tea is a refreshing and flavorful beverage that is perfect for enjoying on a hot summer day. It is also a healthy choice, as lemongrass is a good source of antioxidants and other nutrients. With just a few simple ingredients, you can easily make your own iced lemongrass tea at home. So next time you are looking for a refreshing and healthy drink, give iced lemongrass tea a try!
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