Breastfeeding Friendly Lemongrass Ginger Tea
There is something deeply soothing about wrapping your hands around a warm mug of this golden, aromatic tea, especially during the demanding early months of nursing. Fresh lemongrass and ginger are the backbone here, both celebrated for their gentle, comforting qualities, and a touch of turmeric gives the brew its beautiful pale golden hue. The process is simple — bruising the lemongrass stalks before simmering is the key step that unlocks all that fragrant, citrusy oil and makes the whole kitchen smell incredible. Honey lets you dial in just the right level of sweetness, and a thin lemon slice on the side adds a bright, fresh finish if you're in the mood for it. Because everything in this recipe is whole, recognizable, and free from additives or caffeine, it's a genuinely reassuring choice when you're being thoughtful about what goes into your body. It comes together in one small saucepan with almost no prep, which is exactly the kind of recipe you need when time and energy are in short supply.
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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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