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lemongrass tea in two white tea cups with a small lemongrass stalk on one of the cups with the cups sitting on a white wooden backdrop
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5 from 8 votes

Lemongrass tea

Lemongrass tea has a wonderful, lemony, delicious taste. This recipe is so quick and easy. Just add the grass to boiling water and then leave to steep. Serve hot for a soothing drink or cold for a refreshing summer cool down.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Steep Time10 minutes
Total Time27 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: lemongrass tea
Servings: 2
Author: Ros

Ingredients

  • 1 stalk lemongrass (1 tbsp dried lemongrass)
  • 3 cups water
  • piece of ginger (optional)
  • sweetener of choice (optional)

Instructions

  • Remove the outermost skin of the stalk. Wash the lemongrass. Fold the grass onto itself.
  • Place a small pot on medium heat. Add water and bring to a boil.
  • Add folded lemongrass stalk. Boil for 15 minutes.
    Lemongrass tea ingredients
  • Turn off heat. Steep for 10 minutes.
    Lemongrass Tea after boiling
  • Add your favorite sweetener (optional) and serve hot or chilled.

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