Tonics and Teas From My Pantry

By Martha Rose Shulman

Tonics and Teas From My Pantry
Andrew Scrivani for The New York Times
Total Time
30 minutes
Rating
5(119)
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There is a lot going on in this lovely infusion, with the tart lemon and pungent ginger. Turmeric contributes beautiful color, along with its nutritional benefits – it has been shown to have powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant attributes -- and the tiny pinch of cayenne packs a small punch. If you feel a sore throat coming on I highly recommend this tea.

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Ingredients

Yield:Serves 2
  • 4slices Meyer lemon
  • 1tablespoon minced ginger
  • 2cloves
  • ⅛teaspoon turmeric
  • 2½cups boiling water
  • 2 to 3teaspoons honey (to taste)
  • Pinch of cayenne
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Nutritional analysis per serving (2 servings)

79 calories; 1 gram fat; 0 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 0 grams monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 24 grams carbohydrates; 5 grams dietary fiber; 12 grams sugars; 2 grams protein; 16 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Place the lemon slices, ginger, cloves, and turmeric in a large measuring cup or teapot and pour on the boiling water. Stir in the honey, cover and let steep for 30 minutes. Strain and reheat if desired but do not boil. Just before serving add a tiny pinch of cayenne.

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  • Advance preparation: You can keep this in the refrigerator for a day. Reheat but do not boil.

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RCT

I use cardamom and cinnamon instead of cloves - just a pinch of each. Tasty and healthy.

Emily W.

This is the best - I make it every time I get sick. It’s not bad with bourbon either. The cayenne takes it from good to great.

Kate SF

Bringing this out again this Winter 2022-2023 - especially with the Covid, Flu and RSV circulating as we are getting out more. Going to add a dash of black pepper. Now I've heard the pepper helps us "absorb" the turmeric properties...and it is so warm and comforting. Great tasty brew!

Jenn Johnson

Made as directed and it was just the thing for the winter season. Especially good at settling a stomach that has had too many splurges. Next time I had a tangerine that was getting soft so I added it in addition to the lemon and sweetened with maple syrup instead of honey. Also delicious. I may never buy tea again!

Kate SF

Bringing this out again this Winter 2022-2023 - especially with the Covid, Flu and RSV circulating as we are getting out more. Going to add a dash of black pepper. Now I've heard the pepper helps us "absorb" the turmeric properties...and it is so warm and comforting. Great tasty brew!

Jennifer

Made this today for the first time and I love it. Has a nice kick without being overpowering. Easy to make too.

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