MSG Free Black Pepper Turmeric Ginger Tea
Warming, golden, and deeply aromatic, this spiced tea is the kind of drink that feels like it's doing something good for you from the very first sip. Fresh turmeric and ginger simmer together until the water turns a rich, jewel-toned amber, filling your kitchen with an earthy, slightly spicy fragrance that's hard to resist. A pinch of black pepper is the quiet hero here — it works alongside the turmeric in a way that's been celebrated in traditional cooking for centuries. A squeeze of lemon and a drizzle of honey round everything out, balancing the heat with a little brightness and sweetness. Every single ingredient is whole, fresh, and completely unprocessed, so there's zero concern about hidden additives or flavor enhancers sneaking into your cup. It's the kind of recipe that's genuinely simple to pull off — just simmer, strain, and sip.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 1 tbsp fresh turmeric, peeled and thinly sliced (or 1 tsp ground turmeric)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 1–2 tsp honey, to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, turmeric, ginger, black pepper, and cinnamon stick (if using) in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cook for 8–10 minutes, until the liquid is a deep golden color and fragrant.
- 2
Remove from the heat and stir in the honey and lemon juice until the honey dissolves.
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