Ginger helps soothe upset tummies. Here is an authentic ginger tea recipe to warm your bones in winter.
Peel and slice ginger into 1cm thick slices
Heat ginger slices on a small pan over medium heat, drying out the ginger but not burning them. This will create a more intense flavour
Bring water to boil in a medium pot
Add ginger slices and simmer with lid on for 30 minutes
Add rock sugar and stir until it has dissolved. Remove from heat
Pour ginger tea into cup and serve hot
Servings 4 * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Rock Sugar can be found in Asian grocers. It is used in Chinese teas as it does not affect the flavour of the tea like cane sugar or palm sugar. You can adjust the amount of ginger and rock sugar to suit your taste buds - less sugar for a tea not so sweet and more ginger for a stronger tea. Enjoy.
Ingredients
Directions
Peel and slice ginger into 1cm thick slices
Heat ginger slices on a small pan over medium heat, drying out the ginger but not burning them. This will create a more intense flavour
Bring water to boil in a medium pot
Add ginger slices and simmer with lid on for 30 minutes
Add rock sugar and stir until it has dissolved. Remove from heat
Pour ginger tea into cup and serve hot