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Ginger Turmeric Root Tea. Fresh Turmeric Root and ginger simmered with black pepper to make a soothing healing turmeric tonic. Add sweetener of choice. Serve hot or chilled. Vegan Gluten-free Recipe. Pin this Recipe!

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Ginger Turmeric Root Tea. Fresh Turmeric Root and ginger simmered with black pepper to make a soothing healing turmeric tonic. Add sweetener of choice. Serve hot or chilled. Vegan Gluten-free Recipe | VeganRicha.com

Fresh Turmeric root used to be hard to find in regular and even Indian stores. I have been seeing fresh Turmeric Root often in regular grocery stores in the past year. Fresh Turmeric has a much stronger flavor profile, is bitter and will stain everything from your hands to the wood boards. You can use fresh turmeric instead of ground dried turmeric in some recipes. Peel, grate and use as you would ginger. Use smaller amounts to keep the bitter profile from overpowering the dish. 

Whenever I get some fresh turmeric root, I make a jar of this tea. Simmer the turmeric root and ginger root with black pepper for a few minutes. Add sweetener of choice. Add other flavors like cinnamon or add some tulsi leaves (Indian holy Basil). Serve as hot tea or chill and serve as iced tea. Black pepper increases the bioavailbility of curcumin, so definitely add some.  What’s your favorite way to use fresh turmeric!

Ginger Turmeric Root Tea. Fresh Turmeric Root and ginger simmered with black pepper. Add sweetener of choice. Serve hot or chilled. Vegan Gluten-free Recipe | VeganRicha.com

Turmeric is used since ages for helping with various inflammation in the body. Like everything, turmeric should also be taken in moderation as it can cause issues with blood clotting.

More Turmeric (ground turmeric) Recipes from the blog.

Ginger Turmeric Root Tea. Fresh Turmeric Root and ginger simmered with black pepper. Add sweetener of choice. Serve hot or chilled. Vegan Gluten-free Recipe | VeganRicha.com

Ginger Turmeric Root Tea

4.83 from 17 votes
By: Vegan Richa
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Drink
Cuisine: Indian
Ginger Turmeric Root Tea. Fresh Turmeric Root and ginger simmered with black pepper to make a soothing healing turmeric tonic. Add sweetener of choice. Serve hot or chilled. Vegan Gluten-free Recipe.
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Ingredients 
 

  • 2.5 cups water
  • 1 inch fresh turmeric root, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1/2 to 3/4 inch ginger root, thinly slices sliced
  • a very good dash of freshly ground black pepper
  • maple syrup or sugar to taste

Optional add ins:

  • Cinnamon Stick or ground cinnamon
  • slices of fresh lemon
  • a few leaves of Tulsi, Indian Holy Basil

Instructions 

  • Add all the ingredients to a saucepan and bring to a simmering boil over medium low heat. Add in the optional ingredients if using. Continue to simmer for 6 to 8 minutes. Add in sweet if needed. Strain and serve. Add some lemon slices if needed.
  • Or chill and serve over ice cubes as iced tea.

Notes

Variations:
Add a tsp of loose tea. Add herbs and spices of choice.
Nutritional information based on 1 serving

Nutrition

Calories: 16kcal, Carbohydrates: 4g, Sodium: 16mg, Potassium: 23mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin C: 4.1mg, Calcium: 27mg, Iron: 0.1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Ginger Turmeric Root Tea. Fresh Turmeric Root and ginger simmered with black pepper. Add sweetener of choice. Serve hot or chilled. Vegan Gluten-free Recipe | VeganRicha.com

About Richa

Hi, I'm Richa! I create flavorful plant based recipes that are inspired by my Indian upbringing, including many gluten-free, soy-free, and oil-free options.

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71 Comments

  1. Asha says:

    5 stars
    I love this recipe, Richa! This, along with the turmeric ginger tea from Ahista Tea are favourites during the winter season.

    1. Vegan Richa Support says:

      So good to hear!

  2. Crystal says:

    5 stars
    Love this recipe! The cinnamon stick is an absolute necessity and I always add the lemon slices after everything steeps!

    1. Vegan Richa Support says:

      never forget the cinnamon !

  3. TC says:

    5 stars
    Yummy

    1. Richa says:

      Awesome

  4. Thy says:

    5 stars
    Pretty good! I added honey and a teaspoon of green tea. I feel healthy drinking it lol

  5. RobertSmith says:

    Thanks so much for sharing your Recipe

    1. Vegan Richa Support says:

      Do leave a rating too!

  6. Samantha McFarlane says:

    4 stars
    Very nice especially with honey, lemon, cinnamon stick additions. Used Cambodian Kampot pepper, wow.

    1. Vegan Richa Support says:

      oooooo Fire!

  7. Mary Ann Sutton says:

    5 stars
    Iโ€™ve always wanted to try this tea, but never got around to it. I just made a batch and I so enjoyed it! It will be something I add into my diet.
    Thank you so much for sharing. I always like healthy ideas, but I am not very creative.