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lemongrass ginger tea

(1 rating)
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Recipe by
Vickie Parks
@Northwestgal
Renton, WA

This is a light and refreshing tea that nicely complements the complex flavors for which Thai cuisine is so well known. It can be served hot or iced, so it's great year-round and anytime of the day. And it's easy to prepare, too.

(1 rating)
yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 5 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For lemongrass ginger tea

  • 4 stalk
    fresh lemongrass
  • 1 Tbsp
    fresh ginger, sliced or coarsely chopped
  • 1 Tbsp
    honey
  • 2 c
    water
  • 2
    fresh mint sprigs, for garnish

How To Make lemongrass ginger tea

  • 1
    Cut the bottom (2 to 4 inches) moist portion of each lemongrass stalk. Carefully crush or bruise each lemongrass piece to release the flavor. Cut into smaller 1-inch pieces.
  • 2
    Bring water to boil in small saucepan. Add lemongrass, ginger and honey; boil 5 minutes. Strain mixture to remove lemongrass and ginger.
  • 3
    Serve tea warm, or let cool a bit and transfer to a tall glass with several ice cubes. Drizzle with additional honey, if desired. Garnish with mint sprigs, and serve.
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