Rice Free Honey Fennel Herbal Tea
Warm, golden, and gently sweet, this herbal tea is the kind of thing you want to wrap both hands around on a slow morning or a chilly evening. Fennel brings a soft, anise-like depth that feels both soothing and a little sophisticated, while fresh ginger adds an optional kick that wakes everything up. The honey dissolves right into the hot liquid, rounding out the flavors without overpowering the delicate herbal notes. Teas and herbal blends can sometimes sneak in unexpected fillers or grain-based additives, but this one is made entirely from scratch with whole, recognizable ingredients — nothing hiding in a tea bag. Crushing the fennel seeds before simmering is a small step that makes a big difference, coaxing out their essential oils and giving the brew real fragrance and flavor. It comes together in under fifteen minutes and strains clean into two mugs, making it an easy ritual for any time of day.
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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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