Honey Basil Tea (Shahad Aur Tulsi Ke Chai) |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Indians believe it helps purify the blood and keeps one strong and fit. Ingredients:
1 cup fresh basil leaf |
4 1/4 cups water |
4 teaspoons loose orange pekoe tea |
1 inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and cut in half |
3 tablespoons honey (to taste) |
Directions:
1. Combine the basil leaves and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and simmer very gently for 5 minutes.
2. Add the tea, ginger, honey, and peppercorns and bring back to a boil.
3. Remove from the heat and steep, covered, for 5 more minutes.
4. Just before serving, return to a boil and strain into tea cups.
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