Fashion for Japanese cuisine has brought into our measured lives new burning spices, in which ginger occupies a separate niche. It was ginger root that most women liked. This spice is added to many dishes and even drinks. One of the most popular is ginger tea. We will talk about the secrets of its preparation in this article.
The phrase "medicinal tea" is associated with most of us with berries and herbs, such as raspberries, rose hips and chamomile. These names are familiar and familiar to us, but do not forget about a more exotic plant called ginger root. This plant is not only very tasty in the composition of drinks, but also has a number of healing properties. For this reason, tea with ginger firmly entered our lives and won the sympathy of many gourmets.
Ginger is a burning, spicy seasoning that can be added to completely different dishes. This root is especially in demand in oriental cuisine, where practically no recipe can do without it.
Ginger has a multifaceted beneficial effect on the entire human body, due to the high content of many trace elements - calcium, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, zinc and iron, vitamins A, C, B1 and B2, as well as essential amino acids.
Tea with ginger, lemon or honey is practically indispensable in resisting all the unpleasant symptoms of a cold. This drink will be not only a delicious drink, but also an excellent medicine. And in the cold version, it is extremely useful for blood circulation and digestion. Now, actually, let's talk about how to make tea with ginger.
Classic Ginger Cinnamon Tea
This recipe will be the perfect drink in the cold season due to its double warming effect.
Ingredients:
- water - 2 liters;
- finely grated ginger - 3 tablespoons;
- sugar - 6 tablespoons;
- lemon (orange) juice - 4 tablespoons;
- ground black pepper.
Initially, you need to boil water, add ginger, sugar to it and dissolve with a spoon. Strain the finished tea well, add lemon juice and a little pepper to it. Serve hot.
When preparing it, one should not forget about some nuances.
Firstly, if tea with ginger is prepared as a medicine for treating a cold, then the root water should be boiled with the lid open for at least 10 minutes.
Secondly, if fresh ginger is used for the preparation of the drink, but fresh, then its amount must be increased exactly twice. Boil such tea for at least 20 minutes over low heat.
And thirdly, if the ultimate goal of preparation is a soft drink, then you need to add a little sugar, ice cubes, lemon juice, and mint leaves (finely chopped).
Tea with Ginger and Honey
Ingredients:
- ginger root - about 10 cm;
- water - 400 ml;
- honey - 3 tablespoons.
Ginger should be washed well, peeled and cut into thin long plates. Wash the lemon and cut across into two parts. From one half you need to squeeze the juice, and cut the other into small and neat slices.
Send ginger plates to the pan, pour hot water and mix thoroughly. The mixture should be infused for at least 20 minutes (preferably more time), then add lemon circles and honey to it, mix gently, and the finished drink can be poured into cups.
Tea with Ginger, Cinnamon and Lemon
Ingredients:
- black or green tea;
- ginger root (thinly sliced) - 2 teaspoons;
- cinnamon stick;
- sugar (honey can be) and lemon to taste.
In a teapot , pour black (green) tea, a cinnamon stick and 2 teaspoons of ginger. Pour boiling water and let it brew for 10 minutes. The finished drink can be poured into cups, lemon and sugar (or honey) can be added to taste.
Enjoy the amazing taste!