Mizoram Mizo Ginger Tea Zawng Pui Warming Daily Drink

Method

1. 1

   Bring 2 cups water to a full rolling boil.

2. 2

   Add grated ginger, bruised lemongrass if using and crushed black pepper.

3. 3

   Boil on medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes to extract the ginger and lemongrass flavour strongly.

4. 4

   Add black tea leaves. Steep 3 minutes on medium heat.

5. 5

   Strain through a fine strainer into cups, pressing the ginger firmly to extract all the flavour.

6. 6

   Add sugar or honey to taste. Add milk if desired.

7. 7

   Drink hot.

8. 8

   Pour into glasses or cups. For hot drinks, warm the cup first by rinsing with hot water. For cold drinks, add ice just before serving. Serve immediately.