MSG Free Turmeric Ginger Tea
Warm, golden, and deeply aromatic, this simmered tea is the kind of drink that feels like it's doing something good for you from the very first sip. Fresh turmeric and ginger are sliced and steeped low and slow with a Ceylon cinnamon stick, coaxing out layers of earthy spice and gentle heat that no powder or packet can replicate. A squeeze of lemon and a touch of honey round everything out, balancing the boldness with a little brightness and sweetness. Because every ingredient here is a whole, recognizable food, there's nothing hidden to worry about — no flavor enhancers, no additives, just roots and spices doing exactly what they're supposed to do. It's a refreshing reminder that the most satisfying drinks are often the simplest ones to make.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 1 inch fresh turmeric root, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 inch fresh ginger root, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 ceylon cinnamon stick
- 1–2 tsp honey, to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, turmeric slices, ginger slices, and Ceylon cinnamon stick in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, until the liquid is a deep golden color and fragrant.
- 2
Remove from the heat and stir in the honey until dissolved.
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