Ginger and lemongrass, two common ingredients in Asian cuisine, are known for their unique flavors and potential health benefits. When combined in a tea blend, they create a spicy, aromatic beverage that can be enjoyed hot or cold. This article explores the best recipe for a spicy ginger tea with lemongrass, a drink that is not only delicious but also offers a variety of potential health benefits.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
LEMONGRASS GINGER TEA | LEMONGRASS GINGER TEA RECIPE
Lemongrass Ginger Tea is a warm and aromatic flavored herbal beverage that is a perfect drink in the morning to kick start your day.
Provided by Zeel Patel
Categories Beverages
Time 25m
Yield 2-3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Wash the ginger and lemongrass properly. Wipe them.
- Chop the lemongrass and keep it aside. Lemongrass stalks can be used.
- Slice the ginger into thin slices along with the skin.
- In a saucepan boil 2 cups of water.
- Let it come to boil.
- When water starts to boil, add chopped lemongrass and ginger slices.
- Openly boil them on a slow flame for 5 min or until the color of the water changed to light brown.
- Turn of the flame.
- Cover the saucepan with a lid and let it sit for 15 min.
- After 15 min, Strain the tea.
- Serve immediately the prepared lemongrass ginger tea.
- You can add honey or jaggery according to taste.
- You can also squeeze a lemon according to your shape.
SPICY GINGER TEA WITH LEMONGRASS
Great if you feel a cold or the flu coming on. You can serve Hot or Chill and pour into a tall glass This spicy tea is a great way to begin or end any meal or to enjoy between meals. Given ginger's renowned antinausea and anti-inflammatory properties, the tea is especially comforting when you're traveling by boat,car or airplane. I've also made it without adding the tea.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Beverages
Time 30m
Yield 1 Quart
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- BRING the water to a boil.
- Reduce heat and add gingerroot and lemongrass.
- Simmer for ten minutes.
- Turn off the heat and add 2 bags or about 2 teaspoonfuls of your favorite herbal tea mixture.
- Taste and if it tastes too weak, continue steeping, if it tastes too strong add more water.
- Strain and sweeten with honey and add lemon to taste.
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!
SOOTHING LEMON GINGER TEA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: water, lemon, ginger, honey
Provided by Mercedes Sandoval
Categories Drinks
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Bring water to a boil and remove from heat.
- Cut lemon and ginger into thin slices. Add to the hot water.
- Steep for 5-10 minutes.
- Strain and pour tea into mug.
- Add honey, stir, and serve.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 57 calories, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 0 grams, Sugar 9 grams
Tips:
- Use fresh ginger and lemongrass for the best flavor.
- If you don't have fresh ginger, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger.
- If you don't have fresh lemongrass, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of dried lemongrass.
- You can adjust the amount of honey to taste.
- This tea can be served hot or cold.
Conclusion:
Spicy ginger tea with lemongrass is a delicious and refreshing drink that can be enjoyed hot or cold. It's a great way to warm up on a cold day or to cool down on a hot day. This tea is also a good source of antioxidants and has several health benefits, including reducing inflammation, boosting the immune system, and aiding digestion. So next time you're looking for a healthy and refreshing drink, try spicy ginger tea with lemongrass.
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