Lemon Ginger Turmeric Tea

Name: Lemon Ginger Turmeric Tea
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: India
Ingredients: 250 ml of water; 30 ml of lemon juice (fresh yellow); 10 g of ginger (fresh, sliced); 5 g of turmeric (fresh); 10 g of honey; 0,2 g of black pepper (ground)

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Hot drink made with fresh lemon, ginger and turmeric, steeped in hot water. Light texture, tangy and spicy flavor, alcohol-free, with no refined sugar.

Total time: 15 min
Prep: 5 min
Cook: 10 min
Rest: 5 min
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €1.20

By the CookinBreak team

Ingredients 6

servings

Estimated cost €1.20

Equipment

Spoon
Glass
Grateror knife
Fine-mesh strainer
Kettleor saucepan

Instructions

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Heat the water until it just simmers (without a hard boil).

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Add the ginger and turmeric, then let steep for over low heat.

Remove from the heat and let rest for .

Strain the tea into a glass.

Add the lemon juice, then the honey if using.

Stir until the drink is uniform and bright yellow.

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

45kcal

Protein1 g8%
Carbs9 g73%
Fat1 g18%
Fiber1 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

Add the lemon only after steeping: vitamin C is sensitive to heat and the flavor stays brighter 🍋🔥

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Yes

Up to 1 month in ice cube trays or small airtight containers. Thaw slowly.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Keeps 2-3 days in the refrigerator in an airtight bottle or pitcher.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

Ideal to make the day before so the flavors infuse fully and it has time to cool.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Reheat gently in a saucepan or in the microwave. Avoid boiling to preserve the nutrients in the honey and lemon.

Variations

Add the honey if you like.
Strain before serving.
Add a pinch of black pepper.

Mistakes to avoid

Boiling the water hard: heat until it just simmers.
Adding the lemon while steeping: add the juice at the end.
Forgetting to strain.

Frequently asked questions

How do you make lemon ginger turmeric tea?

Heat 250 ml of water until it just simmers, add the ginger and turmeric, steep 10 minutes over low heat, let rest 5 minutes, strain, then add the lemon juice and honey.

When should you add the lemon?

After straining the tea into a glass, add 30 ml of lemon juice, then the honey if you like, and stir until the drink is uniform.

How long should you steep it?

Steep the ginger and turmeric for 10 minutes over low heat, then let rest 5 minutes off the heat before straining.

Does this drink contain sugar?

It contains no refined sugar or alcohol: the honey, 10 g, is optional. It is tangy and spicy, and bright yellow.