Lemongrass Tea Recipe & Benefits

Lemongrass tea is a very refreshing tea. But unlike other teas, there are no tea leaves added to this. Lemongrass is a tall, slender green grass with a white stalk. It has a lemony smell & taste. It is commonly used to enhance the flavor of milk tea.

To make the Lemongrass Tea, fresh or dried lemongrass is steeped into hot water for 3-5 mins. This tea can be served hot or chilled. It has a sweet & refreshing flavor of lemongrass.

Health Benefits of Lemongrass Tea:

• Rich in antioxidants
• Prevents growth of bacteria and fungus
• Helps prevent cold & cough
• Helps in better digestion
• Calms upset stomach
• Helps naturally detoxify
• Regulates Cholesterol & Blood pressure

How many cups of Lemongrass Tea can you have in a day?

I recommend to have 1-2 cups freshly brewed lemongrass tea everyday. Consuming this for on a regular basis will be beneficial to your health.

RECIPE OF LEMONGRASS TEA

Ingredients:

• 2 tsp Lemongrass Leaves / 10 cm Lemongrass
• 2 cups of Hot Water

Method:

• Rinse lemongrass. Cut it into smaller pieces using a scissor.
• Add this in a teapot. Pour boiling hot water over this.
• Allow it to steep for 3-5 mins. Color changes to light green.
• Strain and serve hot.
• You can add honey/sugar if required.

Additional Tips:

If you want to enjoy this cold, allow the steeped tea to cool on room temperature. Then refrigerate for 1-2 hours.

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