Post date: Nov 1, 2017 1:46:28 AM
Lemongrass Hibiscus Tea Recipe with Orange Peel & Maple Syrup | Enjoy Hot or Cold
Author: Teenuja Dahari - veganlovlie.com
Lemongrass Hibiscus Tea with orange peel and maple syrup is exceptionally beneficial for the immune system and as a natural remedy for cold or flu. Can be enjoyed as a hot brew or cold drink at any time of the day all year round.
Ingredients
1 - 2 lemongrass stalks
1 teaspoon dried hibiscus flowers
Orange peel from half of an orange or tangerine
Maple syrup (or other sweetener, to taste)
1 cup [250 ml] water (or slightly more to account for evaporation)
Instructions
1. Cut the lemongrass stalks into pieces of about 5 cm [2 inches]. Then split each piece in half along the length.
2. Place the water and lemongrass in a saucepan and bring to a boil. When the water reaches boiling point, let it boil for another minute.
3. Remove from the heat. Add in the orange peels and the hibiscus flowers.
4. Let this steep for about 5 minutes.
5. Strain and pour into a cup.
6. Add maple syrup to taste and enjoy.
7. Alternatively, you can let the mixture cool down completely then refrigerate and enjoy cold.