Paleo Honey Fennel Herbal Tea
Warm, golden, and gently sweet, this herbal tea is the kind of thing you'll want to curl up with on a slow morning or wind down with after dinner. Fennel seeds and fresh fennel fronds give it a soft, anise-like depth, while fresh ginger adds a subtle kick that makes each sip feel alive. A touch of raw honey rounds everything out without overpowering the delicate herbal notes — and because honey is a whole-food sweetener, it fits naturally into a grain-free, whole-foods lifestyle. The process is beautifully simple: crush, simmer, steep, and strain. No tea bags, no mystery additives, no refined sugars hiding in a flavored blend. It's the kind of drink that reminds you how satisfying it is to make something nourishing from scratch with just a handful of real ingredients.
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2 servings
- 1 tsp fennel seeds
- 2 cups water
- 4 sprigs fresh fennel fronds
- 2 tsp honey
- 2 thin slices fresh ginger (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Lightly crush the fennel seeds with the back of a spoon or in a mortar until they crack open and become fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 2
Combine the crushed fennel seeds, fennel fronds, and ginger slices (if using) with the water in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
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