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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 #glutenfree #veganricha #vegan
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Ginger Turmeric Root Tea

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.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Drink
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 2
Author: Vegan Richa

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
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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