Ginger and Mint Tea
Why this recipe works
- Ready quickly: Thinly sliced ginger extracts plenty of flavour in a short simmer, keeping the whole drink simple and fast.
- Fresh, warm flavour: Ginger provides gentle heat, while mint added after simmering brings a clean herbal lift.
- Lightly sweetened: A small amount of sugar softens the ginger’s edge without making the tea taste heavy.
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Timing notes
- Best served hot: Drink soon after straining, while the ginger is warm and the mint still tastes fresh.
- Short active time: Most of the time is hands-off simmering and steeping, with only a few minutes needed to slice the ginger and finish the tea.
Ingredient notes
- Choose firm ginger: Firm, smooth ginger root gives the cleanest flavour and is easier to slice thinly.
- Use fresh mint: Fresh mint leaves give a brighter aroma than dried mint, especially when added off the heat.
- Adjust the sweetness: Caster sugar dissolves quickly, but honey can be used for a rounder sweetness if preferred.
Make-ahead tips
- Make ahead: The tea can be cooled and refrigerated in a sealed container for up to 2 days.
- Reheat gently: Warm in a saucepan until steaming hot, but avoid boiling once the mint has been added to preserve its fresh flavour.
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Instructions
- Pour the water into a small saucepan. Peel the ginger root and slice it thinly.
- Add the ginger to the saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Simmer for 8 minutes, keeping it at a steady, quiet bubble.
- Take the pan off the heat and add the fresh mint. Cover and steep for 3 minutes, then stir in the caster sugar until dissolved.
- Strain into a cup and serve hot. Taste and adjust next time by simmering the ginger a little longer for more heat, or using less ginger for a milder cup.
Recipe notes
Tips
- For a stronger ginger kick, slice the ginger more thinly and simmer for 10 minutes before adding the mint.
- Add the fresh mint off the heat so it stays bright and aromatic rather than tasting stewed.
Substitutions
- Replace caster sugar with honey for a rounder sweetness.
Storage
- Refrigerate up to 2 days
- Cool, then refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a saucepan until steaming hot; avoid boiling after the mint has been added to keep the flavour fresh.
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Recipe overview
- Servings: 1 cups
- Total time: 15min (5min active)
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
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