Lemongrass Tea Recipe
Lemongrass tea is a simple herbal drink made by simmering fresh lemongrass in water. It has a mild citrus flavor and is naturally caffeine-free. This tea is popular in Indian and international kitchens as a light, everyday beverage. It can be served hot or chilled and customized with basic add-ins.
Servings: 4
Calories: 4kcal
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 1 piece or ¼ cup lemongrass stalk – chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemongrass leaves – chopped, optional *check point no 1 in notes below
- sugar or preferred sweetener, add according to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and prep the lemongrass stalk by removing outer hard layers and trimming the base. Lightly crush the stalk.
- Chop the stalk.
- Add the chopped lemongrass stalks to water in a saucepan and heat on medium until it comes to a boil.Note: Add any optional spices if using at this point, when the water comes to a boil.
- Once the water comes to a boil, simmer for 5 minutes for a light flavor or up to 10 minutes for a stronger infusion.
- Turn off the heat.
- Strain the tea into cups or a jar. Sweeten as needed and serve hot, warm, or chilled.
Notes
- If using only lemongrass leaves, use 6 tablespoons chopped lemongrass leaves.
- Crush lemongrass stalk lightly for better flavor.
- Do not over simmer to avoid bitterness.
- Use fresh stalks for best taste.
- Add lemon juice only at the end if using.
- Adjust strength by changing water or lemongrass quantity.
Nutrition
Calories: 4kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.02g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.003g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 29mg | Vitamin A: 0.2IU | Vitamin B1 (Thiamine): 0.003mg | Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin): 0.01mg | Vitamin B3 (Niacin): 0.04mg | Vitamin B6: 0.003mg | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 10mg | Vitamin B9 (Folate): 3µg | Iron: 0.3mg | Magnesium: 5mg | Phosphorus: 4mg | Zinc: 0.1mg
