Sesame Free Lemongrass Ginger Tea
There is something deeply soothing about a cup of tea made entirely from scratch, and this lemongrass ginger blend delivers that feeling in spades. Fresh lemongrass stalks are bruised open to release their bright, citrusy oils, then simmered low and slow with sliced ginger and a touch of turmeric until the water turns a gorgeous pale gold. The result is warming, fragrant, and just a little earthy — the kind of drink that feels like it's actually doing something good for you. A drizzle of honey softens the heat from the ginger without making it sweet, and a thin lemon slice on the rim adds a clean, fresh finish. Because every ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, you never have to second-guess a label or worry about hidden additives sneaking in. It comes together in one small saucepan with almost no effort, making it just as practical on a busy weeknight as it is on a slow weekend morning.
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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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