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Ginger–Pepper Warming Tea
A bright, warming cup of ginger, black pepper and a little cinnamon — enlivening on a heavy, damp morning.
Serves 110 min
Suits:Kapha
Tastes:PungentBitter
Season:WinterSpringMonsoon
Ingredients
- 1½ cups water
- 3–4 thin slices fresh ginger
- 1 small pinch ground black pepper
- 1 small piece cinnamon bark
- Lemon or a touch of honey to taste (off the heat)
Method
- Simmer water with ginger, pepper and cinnamon for 5–7 minutes.
- Strain into a cup.
- Add a squeeze of lemon or a little honey once slightly cooled, to taste.
- Sip warm.