Macadamia Free Lemongrass Ginger Tea

Total time25 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time15 min

4.8

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There is something deeply soothing about a mug of homemade tea that no store-bought bag can quite replicate, and this lemongrass ginger blend is proof of that. Fresh lemongrass stalks are bruised open to release their fragrant oils, then simmered low and slow with sliced ginger and a touch of ground turmeric until the liquid turns a gorgeous pale gold. The result is bright, warming, and just a little earthy — the kind of drink that feels like it's doing something good for you with every sip. A drizzle of honey rounds out the flavors beautifully, and a thin lemon slice on the side adds a citrusy lift if you're in the mood. This is naturally free from nuts of any kind, so there's zero need to scrutinize labels or worry about what's hiding in a commercial blend. It comes together in under twenty minutes with nothing more than a saucepan and a strainer, making it an effortless ritual for a slow morning or a wind-down evening.

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Ingredients

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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