Ginger tea (Té de Jengibre) is frequently consumed in Puerto Rico. In fact, my cousin’s wife would cultivate the ginger root on her farm in Puerto Rico. It made the best ginger tea due to the freshness of the ginger root. Today, I prepare a pitcher of this hot beverage and place it in the refrigerator for future use. I drink at least 2 to 3 cups of tea on a weekly basis during the cold months. Therefore, I get to frequently enjoy this spicy tasty tea while relaxing or reading a good book.
Ginger root is mainly used as a spice, flavoring agent and condiment in many countries. In addition, there are possible health benefits that are associated with ginger for its anti-inflammatory and anti-antioxidant properties.
Peeling and Cutting the Ginger Root for the Ginger Tea!
Ginger has a light tan scaly skin and a yellowish colored flesh. Ginger originated in Southeast Asia and arrived in Europe during the spice trade. It is believed that the Spaniards exported the ginger to the West Indies (Caribbean).
Cut the ginger root into manageable sections,
and then peel with a paring knife.
Cut the ginger in ¼-inch slices. For this recipe, you will need 4 ounces.
Preparing the Ginger Tea!
Pour water 8 to 10 cups of water into a saucepan. Bring water to a boil.
Add the ginger slices to the boiling water, approximately 4 to 5 ounces.
Boil the slices for 3 minutes. After 3 minutes of boiling, reduce heat to a simmer. Cover saucepan with a lid and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes.
The longer you simmer the ginger, the stronger the tea will become.
When the liquid becomes a yellowish color, the ginger tea is ready.
Remove the cooked ginger slices from the saucepan and discard. You can definitely smell the ginger.
You are now ready to carefully pour this delicious hot beverage into individual cups.
Serving the Ginger Tea!
I usually drink the hot ginger tea plain but you can add lemon or honey to your tea. This hot tea has a strong sharp aroma and a spicy taste with a soothing effect down your throat as you drink it. Enjoy!
After I serve myself a cup of ginger tea, I allow the remaining ginger tea to cool before pouring into a pitcher. I cover pitcher with a lid and place in the refrigerator. Therefore, when I am ready to have a cup of tea, I pour the cold tea into a cup and microwave for 1 to 2 minutes.
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Ginger Tea (Té de Jengibre)
- Prep Time: 5 Minutes
- Cook Time: 40 Minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 9 Cups 1x
Description
Ginger tea is such a soothing beverage with a spicy taste especially during the winter months. You can also enjoy this hot beverage with a teaspoon of honey, lemon or cinnamon sticks to add more flavor.
Ingredients
- 8 to 10 cups water
- ginger, 4 to 5 ounces, peeled and cut into ¼-inch slices.
Instructions
- Pour 10 cups of water into a 3-quart saucepan.
- Add sliced ginger and boil for 3 minutes.
- Reduce heat to simmer and cover saucepan with lid.
- Simmer for 30 minutes.
- Remove the ginger slices.
- Pour ginger tea into individual cups or into a large pitcher.
- Let cool and place in the refrigerator for future use.
Notes
When you refrigerate the tea, microwave for approximately 1 to 2 minutes before serving.
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Keywords: Ginger Tea, Té de Jengibre
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My husband and his whole family are from Puerto Rico. My mother in law always makes me a ginger tea when I’m feeling sick, but I think she adds something to it! Maybe the lemon or honey? I wish I knew because it’s too early to call her and I feel like making some for the tickle in my throat!
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Hi Aury, Yes, you are right. Our mothers always served ginger tea when their children were sick. My mom would just add other spices like nutmeg and cinnamon. If we were really sick, Vicks was also added. However, honey is very good for the throat and lemon is high in Vitamin C. A very good combination.
Grateful to find this recipe! My grandmother would make it for me, but I also remember her adding milk to it? It was always deliciously spicy and soothing; making some right now! Thank you!
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Hola, Yes, my mother also prepared it very spicy but without milk. It is delicious plain or with other ingredients. This week I already made two pitchers of ginger tea. It is so soothing especially during the winter months. Enjoy the Holidays!
Can you add milk to tea
Hi Arleene, In my culture, we normally do not add milk. However, I have other friends that do add milk to their ginger tea.
Thanks for sharing this amazing recipe!!!
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Hola Nanajee, You are welcome! We love to consume a lot of ginger tea in our culture!
I too grew up with ginger root tea when I was sick. My mom would also add I believe a tad of butter and honey and yes sometimes a bit of milk.
Thanks for sharing – brought back beautiful memories.
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Hola Aida, Our parents knew how to fix a tasty cup of ginger tea. I think of my mom as well when I make ginger tea. You are correct – fond memories.
Thank you Aida,
I have been looking for a simple ginger tea recipe. Your recipe will become a staple in my home
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Hi Stephanie, You are correct. This is a simple ginger tea recipe that you can taste and smell the spicy ginger as you sip the warm and soothing tea. You can, of course, add lemon, honey or cinnamon sticks. However, in our culture, we normally drink it plain. Thank you for your comment.