Best 5 Anise Tea Recipes
Indulge in the aromatic allure of anise tea, a delightful beverage steeped in tradition and brimming with health benefits. This ancient herbal tea, crafted from the star-shaped fruits of the anise plant, has been revered for centuries for its distinctive licorice flavor and medicinal properties. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore a collection of anise tea recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic elixir. Whether you prefer a simple infusion, a spiced blend, or a refreshing iced tea, these recipes cater to diverse tastes and occasions. Discover the soothing warmth of traditional anise tea, invigorate your senses with a zesty lemon-anise concoction, or relish the cooling delight of iced anise tea on a hot summer day. With its versatility and array of flavors, anise tea promises a sensory experience that will leave you refreshed, revitalized, and utterly satisfied.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
CINNAMON ANISE TEA
Tea is very popular in the Middle East. This is one that I've been making for a long time and not only does it taste great it has a mild soothing quality. It's certainly nothing medicinal but a few peaceful mins is a day can't be a bad thing. The cooking time is for steeping.
Provided by Annacia
Categories Beverages
Time 8m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients, except tea bags, and bring to a boil.
- Allow to simmer for three minutes.
- Strain.
- Pour liquid into serving cups with one tea bag and allow to steep for three minutes or to desired strength.
- Serve hot.
TRADITIONAL THAI ICED TEA WITH STAR ANISE
I found this derink on Chow & it says that it is very refreshing. I haven't tried it yet but am looking forward to trying this summer (if we have one here in the UK!). Time to make doesn't include chilling time.
Provided by Um Safia
Categories Beverages
Time 15m
Yield 1/2 gallon
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring 1/2 gallon of cold water to a boil. Add 8 finely crushed star anise pods, 1 teaspoon orange blossom water, the scrapings of 1 vanilla pod or 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, a pinch each of ground cloves and ground cinnamon, and 1/2 cup Chinese black tea leaves.
- Boil for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat and stir in 1 cup sugar and a few drops of red food coloring (optional, though traditional). Cover, steeping until tepid.
- Strain & place in the refriderator for a few hours to really chill.
- Pour the tea over plenty of crushed ice. Top with half-and-half or sweetened condensed milk.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1549.4, Fat 0.1, Sodium 4.6, Carbohydrate 400.3, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 399.2
GINGER-ANISE TEA WITH LEMON AND HONEY
Got this from Middle Eastern Recipe (http://www.ummah.com/family/recipes.html). It's especially nice when you have a sore throat or generally feel cruddy, but is also delicious anytime. The ginger really comes through in a good way. Smells good too. Make sure to pour it through a fine strainer as you want to rid the tea of seeds and depending on your ginger you might get bits of ginger settling in the bottom of the cup, which makes for a very potent last sip!
Provided by SJBG2110
Categories Beverages
Time 6m
Yield 1-2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring all the ingredients to a boil in a small pan then let simmer for about 5 minutes. Pour through a strainer into a mug. For me this ends up making either a little more than one mug or enough for two small mugs.
ANISE TEA (SHAI MA YANSOON)
This tea is commonly used in Mid East and Puerto Rico, especially for upset tummies, and it is commonly given to colicky babies. If you like anise try this tea and you will be pleased that it makes a nice light tea.
Provided by chef FIFI
Categories Beverages
Time 8m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Combine ingredients into a teapot and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling point is achieved, let boil for 5 minutes.
- Pour into your favorite tea cup and enjoy!
ROOIBOS ANISE TEA
This is one of my original recipe creations. It's especially good for those who already enjoy rooibos but want to give it a little variety. It's best hot but decent chilled. Note: I've listed things in teaspoons because this website won't let me list it in parts, but it's technically in a ratio, so you can make whatever quantity you want.
Provided by Feelah_the_tigress
Categories Beverages
Time 15m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Assemble all the ingredients and place in a tea ball. Note: If you don't own a tea ball, then you can put the ingredients directly in the water and then strain out later. Note that food.com has forced me to list the rooibos as "rooibos tea bags" but I used loose leaf tea.
- Place tea ball in hot water and steep for 10 minutes.
Tips:
- Choose fresh anise seeds: Fresh anise seeds have a stronger flavor and aroma than dried seeds.
- Use a fine-mesh strainer: A fine-mesh strainer will prevent the anise seeds from getting into your tea.
- Steep the tea for 5-10 minutes: Steeping the tea for longer will result in a stronger flavor.
- Add honey or sugar to taste: Anise tea can be enjoyed plain or sweetened with honey or sugar.
- Garnish with a lemon twist: A lemon twist adds a refreshing citrus flavor to anise tea.
Conclusion:
Anise tea is a delicious and refreshing beverage that can be enjoyed hot or cold. It has a variety of health benefits, including aiding digestion, reducing inflammation, and boosting the immune system. Anise tea is also a good source of antioxidants, which can help protect the body against free radical damage. If you're looking for a healthy and flavorful tea to add to your routine, anise tea is a great option.
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