Turmeric Lemongrass Tea

Turmeric has been a staple spice in Indian households for ages but off-late I have started using fresh turmeric in my morning juice because of its immune boosting and anti-inflammatory properties.
A few days ago I came across a tea recipe using Turmeric that is just perfect for the cooler temperatures ahead.

Serves: 1-2

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups water
• 1 inch fresh ginger root, minced (I grate it directly on the pot)
• 2 tsp ground turmeric (or 1 inch turmeric root)
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon (or 2-3 cinnamon sticks)
• 1 tbsp lemongrass tea
• 2-3 peppercorns (optional)
• 1 green elaichi/cardamom (powdered)
• 1tsp saunf/ fennel seeds
• TO SERVE: sliced oranges/lemon, honey, juice of 1 lemon, 1 teaspoon coconut oil (all optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

• In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil, add ginger root, turmeric, cinnamon, cardamom, saunf, peppercorns and sliced oranges.
• Simmer for 10-15 minutes on medium-low heat. Add lemongrass tea - steep for 3 minutes and then take out.
• Pour in a tea mug,
• TO SERVE: add coconut oil (optional), honey to taste, and fresh lemon juice. Enjoy hot or warm.

This tea can be made in so many different ways - You can simply add the spices that you have on hand or omit the ones that you don't like. I usually don't add honey and have yet to try the addition of coconut oil.

Recipe Source: Nutrition Stripped