Ginger Turmeric Green Tea Drink
Green tea steeped with fresh ginger, ground turmeric, and a pinch of cayenne, lightly sweetened with honey.
Equipment
- Small pot
- Fine strainer
- Mug
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cup water
- 1 tsp loose leaf green tea or one tea bag
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tsp honey optional
Instructions
Cooking
- Boil. Bring the water to a boil and let it cool for two minutes.
- Steep. Add the green tea and steep for three minutes, then remove it.
- Spice. Stir in the turmeric, ginger, and cayenne.
- Infuse. Cover and steep for ten minutes.
- Strain. Pour the tea through a fine strainer into a mug.
- Sweeten. Stir in the honey and serve.
Notes
Substitutions: Use maple syrup or stevia for the honey, and ground ginger in place of fresh ginger.
Tips: Remove the tea after three minutes and start with a small pinch of cayenne.
Storage: Refrigerate in a sealed jar for two days.
Nutrition is calculated per cup.