Fresh Ginger Tea (Ginger Infusion) – Simple Home Remedy

Ingredients

• 20 g Fresh ginger root (peeled and thinly sliced)
• 500 ml Water (filtered)
• 1 tbsp Honey (optional, for sweetness)
• 1 slice Lemon (optional, for flavor)

Instructions

1. Prepare ginger

   Peel the ginger root and slice it into thin rounds (about 2 mm thick).

   Time: PT5M

2. Boil water

   Bring 500 ml of water to a rolling boil in a pot or kettle.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 100°C

3. Steep ginger

   Remove the water from heat, add the sliced ginger, cover, and let steep for 10–15 minutes.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 95°C

4. Strain and serve

   Strain the ginger infusion into mugs, add honey and a lemon slice if desired, and stir.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

30

Protein

0 g

Carbohydrates

8 g

Fat

0 g

Fiber

0.5 g

Ingredient Substitutions

• Instead of Fresh ginger root: ground ginger (½ tsp), ginger paste (1 tbsp)
• Instead of Honey: maple syrup (1 tbsp), agave nectar (1 tbsp)
• Instead of Lemon: lime slice

Equipment Needed

• Pot
• Kettle (optional)
• Mug
• Fine mesh strainer
• Spoon

Critical Steps — Do Not Skip

• Slice ginger thinly to maximize flavor extraction.
• Steep ginger for the proper time and temperature (10‑15 min at ~95 °C).

Chef Tips from the Video

• Add a pinch of cayenne for extra heat and metabolism boost.
• Combine ginger with a slice of fresh turmeric for enhanced anti‑inflammatory benefits.
• Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for a brighter flavor profile.
• Store peeled ginger in the freezer to keep it fresh longer.

Troubleshooting

Storage

Refrigerator: Store leftover tea in a sealed container for up to 2 days.

Freezer: Not recommended.

Room temperature: Consume within 2 hours of preparation.

Make-Ahead Tips

• Prepare a larger batch and keep refrigerated; reheat gently or enjoy cold.
• Use a thermos to keep the tea hot for several hours.
• Adjust sweetness after storage as flavors may mellow.