Xanthan Gum Free Honey Lemon Ginger Turmeric Tea
Warm, golden, and deeply aromatic, this soothing tea is the kind of drink that feels like it's doing something good for you from the very first sip. Fresh ginger simmers low and slow with turmeric, cinnamon, and black pepper until the liquid turns a rich, jewel-like color and fills your kitchen with the most incredible fragrance. Bright lemon juice and honey are stirred in off the heat, keeping their fresh flavors intact and balancing the earthy spice beautifully. A pinch of cayenne is optional, but it adds a gentle kick that makes the whole cup feel even more alive. Since every single ingredient here is a whole food or pantry spice, there's absolutely nothing to second-guess — no thickeners, no additives, no hidden fillers of any kind. It's the kind of recipe that proves the simplest approach is often the best one, especially when you're trying to avoid unnecessary extras in your food. Pour it into your favorite mug, wrap your hands around it, and enjoy.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, sliced ginger, turmeric, black pepper, and cinnamon in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 8–10 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and a deep golden color.
- 2
Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice and honey until the honey is fully dissolved. Add the cayenne, if using.
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