Vegetarian Lemongrass Ginger Tea
There is something deeply soothing about a mug of tea that smells this good before you even take a sip. Fresh lemongrass and ginger simmer together until the kitchen fills with a warm, citrusy-spiced aroma, and a touch of ground turmeric gives the brew a beautiful golden hue. Bruising the lemongrass stalks before they hit the pot is the small but essential step that coaxes out all those fragrant oils — don't skip it. After a gentle simmer and a short steep, the liquid is strained clean and sweetened with honey to your liking, making it as mellow or as bold as you want. A thin slice of fresh lemon on the rim adds a bright finishing note that ties everything together. This is the kind of warming drink that feels restorative any time of day, and it comes together with nothing more than a saucepan and a handful of whole, plant-based ingredients.
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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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