Description
Cozy Korean Apple Ginger Tea is a traditional and heartwarming beverage that perfectly blends the crisp sweetness of apples with the spicy warmth of fresh ginger. Ideal for chilly days, this natural, caffeine-free tea offers soothing health benefits and is simple to prepare with a few pantry staples, delivering a comforting cup of sweet and spice in every sip.
Ingredients
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Tea Ingredients
- 2 medium crisp apples (such as Fuji or Honeycrisp), washed, cored, and thinly sliced
- 2 inches fresh ginger root, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 3 cups water
- 2 tablespoons honey or sweetener of choice, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Wash and core the apples, then slice them thinly to maximize flavor release. Peel and slice the fresh ginger root into thin pieces to allow its spicy essence to fully infuse the tea.
- Simmer Apples and Ginger: In a medium saucepan, combine the apple slices, sliced ginger, cinnamon stick, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 20-25 minutes to meld and deepen the flavors.
- Sweeten the Tea: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in honey or your preferred sweetener while the tea is still warm. Adjust sweetness to taste. Then strain the tea through a fine sieve to remove solids for a smooth, comforting drink.
- Serve Warm and Enjoy: Pour the tea into mugs and enjoy immediately. Garnish optionally with a thin apple slice, cinnamon stick, or lemon peel twist to enhance presentation and aroma.
Notes
- Use fresh ginger and apples for the most vibrant flavor and aroma.
- Adjust the amount of ginger to control the spice level according to taste.
- Simmer slowly on low heat to prevent bitterness and develop full flavors.
- Strain completely before serving for a silky smooth tea experience.
- Taste and adjust sweetener gradually to avoid over-sweetening.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 240 ml)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg