Seeds 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 cup of tea made entirely from scratch, and this lemongrass ginger blend delivers that feeling in spades. The combination of bruised lemongrass stalks, fresh ginger, and a whisper of ground turmeric creates a pale golden brew that smells incredible before you even take a sip. Pressing the lemongrass with the flat of a knife is a small step that makes a big difference, cracking the stalks open so all those fragrant oils can steep into the water. A slow simmer draws out every bit of warmth and brightness from the ingredients, leaving you with something that tastes far more complex than its short ingredient list suggests. A drizzle of honey rounds out the natural citrusy bite, and a thin lemon slice on the side adds a fresh finishing touch. Every single ingredient here is whole, clean, and completely free of seeds, so there is no label-reading required — just pure, aromatic comfort in a mug.

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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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