BHA & BHT Free Lemongrass Ginger Tea
This fragrant, golden tea is the kind of thing you want to curl up with on a slow morning or whenever you need a moment to reset. Fresh lemongrass and ginger are simmered low and slow until the water turns a beautiful pale gold and smells absolutely incredible — that simple bruising step is the secret to unlocking every bit of aromatic oil from the stalks. A touch of ground turmeric deepens the color and adds its own earthy warmth, while a drizzle of honey and an optional lemon slice let you dial the flavor exactly where you want it. For anyone navigating preservative sensitivities, this recipe is as clean as it gets — every single ingredient is a whole food or a simple pantry staple with no additives to worry about. No labels to scrutinize, no store-bought blends with mystery "natural flavors" hiding inside. You're building the flavor entirely from scratch, which means you know exactly what's in your cup. It's a genuinely soothing ritual that also happens to be one of the easiest things you can make on a weeknight.
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2 servings
- 2 stalks lemongrass, tough outer layers removed, cut into 2-inch pieces and lightly bruised
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 2 ½ cups water
- 1–2 tsp honey, to taste
For serving
- 1–2 thin slices fresh lemon, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Lay the lemongrass pieces on a cutting board and press firmly with the flat side of a knife or the heel of your hand until the stalks crack open slightly — this releases the aromatic oils.
- 2
Combine the lemongrass, ginger, turmeric, and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 12–15 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and a pale golden color.
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