Shellfish Free Lemon Ginger Tea
Bright, warming, and deeply soothing, this lemon ginger tea is the kind of drink that feels like a remedy and a treat all at once. Fresh ginger simmers low and slow until the water turns fragrant and golden, then a squeeze of real lemon juice and a drizzle of honey round everything out into something genuinely craveable. The whole thing comes together in about fifteen minutes with just four simple ingredients — no packets, no powders, no mystery additives. For anyone navigating shellfish avoidance, this recipe is about as clean and worry-free as it gets, since every ingredient is straightforwardly plant-based and easy to verify. Straining out the ginger before serving gives you a silky, clear brew that looks just as good as it tastes. Serve it steaming hot on a cold morning or let it cool slightly for a gentler afternoon pick-me-up — either way, a thin lemon slice floating on top makes it feel a little special.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 1 oz fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced (about a 2-inch piece)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- 1–2 tsp honey, or to taste
For serving
- 2 thin lemon slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water and sliced ginger in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and pale golden.
- 2
Remove from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice and honey, adjusting honey to your preferred sweetness.
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