Straits Ginger Tea
Immerse yourself in the soothing warmth of Straits Ginger Tea, a comforting brew bursting with aromatic spices and natural sweetness. This traditional Asian-inspired recipe combines fresh ginger root, a cinnamon stick, and star anise for a fragrant, immunity-boosting blend that’s perfect for chilly evenings or a mid-day pick-me-up. Simmered to perfection and lightly sweetened with brown sugar or honey, this tea can be customized with optional black tea leaves for a robust flavor or a splash of lime juice for a refreshing citrusy twist. Ready in just 20 minutes, this spiced tea is an effortless way to savor the therapeutic benefits of ginger while indulging in its bold, invigorating taste.
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Ingredients
- 50 grams fresh ginger root
- 4 cups water
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
- 1 piece star anise
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (or honey)
- 1 teaspoon black tea leaves (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Peel and thinly slice the ginger root into small pieces to release its flavor.
Step 2
In a medium-sized pot, combine the water, sliced ginger, cinnamon stick, and star anise. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Once the mixture is boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes to infuse the flavors.
Step 4
If using black tea leaves, add them to the pot during the last 2 minutes of simmering.
Step 5
Strain the tea into a teapot or directly into mugs to remove the ginger slices, cinnamon stick, and star anise.
Step 6
Stir in the brown sugar (or honey) until dissolved. Adjust sweetness to taste.
Step 7
If desired, add a splash of fresh lime juice for a tangy twist.
Step 8
Serve the tea hot and enjoy its warming, fragrant aroma.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1058.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 164.3 |
| Total Fat 1.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 44.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 39.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 25.5g | |
| Protein 1.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 146.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 344.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories